Dive into a world of sweetness with our enchanting Mermaid Cupcakes! Learn how to make these whimsical treats that will make a splash at any party or gathering.
This mermaid cupcakes recipe is not only delicious but also a feast for the eyes.
With swirls of ocean-inspired colors, shimmering sprinkles, and adorable mermaid tail decorations, these mermaid cupcakes are sure to enchant both kids and adults alike.
Whether you’re hosting an under-the-sea themed birthday party or simply want to add a touch of whimsy to your dessert table, our Mermaid Cupcakes are guaranteed to make a splash!
Have fun and let your imagination run wild when making your mermaid cupcakes! Use a palette inspired by the ocean, such as aqua blue, seafoam green, pearlescent white, hints of purple and metallic gold or copper.
How to Make Mermaid Cupcakes:
Ingredients:
- cake mix (your favorite flavor + ingredients to make cake)
- teal food coloring
- Frosting (vanilla buttercream)
- Edible glitter or shimmer dust
- Melting chocolate or candy melts in your choice of colors (white chocolate or colored candy melts)
- Mermaid tail silicone mold
Instructions:
Prepare your favorite cake mix according to the package instructions.
Line muffin pan with cupcake liners.
Divide the cupcake batter into liners, filling ⅔ full.
Bake the cupcakes according to the package instructions and let them cool completely.
How Do You Frost Mermaid Cupcakes?
Make the frosting.
Add teal gel food coloring to achieve the desired shade of teal. Start with a small amount of food coloring and gradually add more until you reach the color you want, mixing well after each addition.
Fit your piping bag with a star tip and fill with frosting.
Once the easy mermaid cupcakes are cooled to room temperature, frost them with your choice of frosting.
Decorate with mermaid sprinkles or sugar pearls.
How to Make Mermaid Tails for Cupcakes
To make the edible mermaid tails, melting your chocolate or candy melts in 30 second intervals in the microwave, stirring in between.
Once the chocolate is melted and smooth, carefully pour it into your mermaid tail mold, filling each cavity to the top.
Gently tap the mold against the countertop to release any air bubbles and ensure that the chocolate fills the mold completely.
Place the mold in the refrigerator or freezer and allow the chocolate to set completely, usually for about 15-30 minutes.
Once the chocolate has set, gently flex the mold to release the chocolate mermaid tails. The mermaid toppers should pop out easily if the chocolate is fully set.
If desired, you can decorate each chocolate mermaid tail with edible luster dust or edible glitter to add a shimmery effect.
Allow the decorated chocolate mermaid tails to dry completely before placing them on top of your cupcakes.
Once the chocolate mermaid tails are dry, carefully insert them into the top of the cupcake, positioning them at an angle to create the illusion of a swimming mermaid.
Repeat the process until you have enough chocolate mermaid tails to decorate all of your cupcakes.
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How to Make Mermaid Cupcakes
Dive into a world of sweetness with our enchanting Mermaid Cupcakes! Learn how to make these whimsical treats that will make a splash at any party or gathering.
Ingredients
- cake mix (your favorite flavor + ingredients to make cake)
- teal food coloring
- Frosting (vanilla buttercream)
- Edible glitter or shimmer dust
- Melting chocolate or candy melts in your choice of colors (white chocolate or colored candy melts)
- Mermaid tail silicone mold
Instructions
Prepare your favorite cake mix according to the package instructions.
Line muffin pan with cupcake liners.
Divide the cupcake batter into liners, filling ⅔ full.
Bake the cupcakes according to the package instructions and let them cool completely.
Make the frosting.
Add teal gel food coloring to achieve the desired shade of teal. Start with a small amount of food coloring and gradually add more until you reach the color you want, mixing well after each addition.
Fit your piping bag with a star tip and fill with frosting.
Once the easy mermaid cupcakes are cooled to room temperature, frost them with your choice of frosting.
Decorate with mermaid sprinkles or sugar pearls.
To make the edible mermaid tails, melting your chocolate or candy melts in 30 second intervals in the microwave, stirring in between.
Once the chocolate is melted and smooth, carefully pour it into your mermaid tail mold, filling each cavity to the top.
Gently tap the mold against the countertop to release any air bubbles and ensure that the chocolate fills the mold completely.
Place the mold in the refrigerator or freezer and allow the chocolate to set completely, usually for about 15-30 minutes.
Once the chocolate has set, gently flex the mold to release the chocolate mermaid tails. The mermaid toppers should pop out easily if the chocolate is fully set.
If desired, you can decorate each chocolate mermaid tail with edible luster dust or edible glitter to add a shimmery effect.
Allow the decorated chocolate mermaid tails to dry completely before placing them on top of your cupcakes.
Once the chocolate mermaid tails are dry, carefully insert them into the top of the cupcake, positioning them at an angle to create the illusion of a swimming mermaid.
Repeat the process until you have enough chocolate mermaid tails to decorate all of your cupcakes.