Halloween Ghost Cupcakes (Printer-Friendly Version)
Purple cupcakes with light meringue ghosts and buttercream frosting create a spooky sweet treat.
# What You'll Need:
→ Meringue
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2 large egg whites
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1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
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1/2 cup granulated sugar
→ Buttercream Frosting
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1 stick unsalted butter, softened
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2 cups confectioners' sugar
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2 tablespoons milk
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Purple gel food coloring, as needed
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Black decorating frosting, for facial details
# Steps to Follow:
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Set oven to 200°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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In a clean large bowl, beat egg whites on low speed. Add cream of tartar, gradually adding sugar while increasing speed to high until stiff peaks form.
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Pipe meringue onto the prepared baking sheet, forming ghost-shaped mounds.
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Bake for 2 hours, then turn off the oven and leave meringues inside for 30 more minutes to dry.
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Combine softened butter, confectioners' sugar, milk, and purple gel coloring. Mix until smooth and creamy.
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Spread the purple buttercream evenly over cooled cupcakes.
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Top each cupcake with a meringue ghost. Add eyes and mouth details using black decorating frosting.
# Additional Tips:
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Leaving the meringues to dry in the turned-off oven ensures a crisp exterior.