Boo-tiful Ghost Cupcakes: A Halloween Treat That’s to Die For

Okay, so who else gets super excited about Halloween?! 🎃 I mean, the candy, the decorations, and, of course, the food! It’s like the one time of year you can make spooky stuff and no one bats an eye. And let me tell ya, these ghost cupcakes are a total vibe. They’re cute, kinda creepy, and seriously easy to whip up. Perfect for the little monsters in your life!

Main dish photo — *The finished dish — looks amazing, right?*

Okay, Let’s Talk Ingredients

Alright, picture this: you’re in the grocery store, and here’s the scoop on what you need—grab yourself 24 cupcakes (store-bought or homemade, no judgment here), and then 3 cups of that super fluffy vanilla buttercream. I like to dream about making my own, but honestly, store-bought saves my life sometimes. Oh, and don’t forget a bag of chocolate chips! Those will be the spooky little eyes.

And, if you’re feeling fancy, you’ll need a piping bag with a large round tip—trust me, it makes all the difference when creating your ghostly masterpiece.

So Here’s Why I Make This Constantly

Okay, so let me rewind a bit. Last year, I made these cupcakes for a little Halloween get-together, and my niece looked at me like I was a freaking wizard. 🧙‍♀️ She was like, “Auntie, how did you make these?” And honestly? I just piped some frosting and threw in those chocolate chip eyes. But the way she squealed and grabbed one like it was a treasure? Heart melt. ❤️ Ever since, I’ve been making these every Halloween. It’s like my little ritual. Plus, they’re always gone in a flash—like, poof! Gone!

Another beautiful angle of the dish — *Just as gorgeous from this angle too!*

The One Trick That Changes Everything

Alright, the magic happens when you pipe that frosting. So, here’s my secret sauce: don’t overthink it! Just pile that buttercream high and make it a bit wider at the bottom. Ghosts aren’t perfect, right? They’re spooky, and let’s be real, a little messy! Oh, and I usually do a practice one on a paper towel first—y’know, just to get the hang of it. (This is crucial! Trust me, you’ll thank me later.)

Don’t Mess This Up (My Top Tips)

1. Seriously, check the buttercream! If it’s too soft, your ghosts will totally flop. If it’s too hard, you’ll fight with it. Just find that sweet spot, you know?

2. Chocolate chips can be temperamental. Make sure they’re facing the right way for eyes, or it’ll look like your ghost is cross-eyed. 😂

3. And listen, I once piped a whole batch, only to forget to add the eyes. Took me an hour to fix it. Don’t be like me!

How to Keep Them From Disappearing (Or, How to Store Them)

So, if you somehow manage to have leftovers (good luck with that), just pop them in an airtight container. They’ll keep for about 2-3 days! But, I gotta be honest, they’re best eaten fresh. I mean, who can resist that buttercream?

If You Liked This, You’ll Probably Like These Too

Okay, if you’re down for more spooky treats, check out my mummy hot dogs (they’re a hit with the kids!) or my pumpkin spice cookies. And if you really wanna go all out, you gotta try my witch’s brew punch. It’ll be the life of the party!

So, what’s your go-to Halloween treat? I’m always looking for new ideas! 🍬👻

Halloween Cupcakes: Ghost Cupcakes

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This Halloween, delight your little monsters with easy-to-make ghost cupcakes that are both fun and delicious! These whimsical treats feature fluffy vanilla buttercream shaped like friendly ghosts, complete with chocolate chip eyes. Perfect for parties or family gatherings, they are a spooky yet scrumptious addition to your Halloween dessert table.

Author: XXXXX
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Yield: 24 servings 1x
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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24 cupcakes
3 cups vanilla buttercream
1 bag chocolate chips

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Instructions

Fill a piping bag with vanilla buttercream fitted with a large round tip.
Pipe a tall mound of frosting on each cupcake, creating a ghost shape (wider at the bottom and narrower at the top).
Place two chocolate chips on each ghost for eyes.
Serve and enjoy!