Make Popcorn Cupcakes
Popcorn cupcakes, sweet treats that look like miniature bags of popcorn, are perfect for a children's circus or carnival party and will get plenty of laughs at a teen or adult movie party. If it's your turn to supply treats for a classroom party or bake sale, popcorn cupcakes are just the ticket. Popcorn cupcakes aren't difficult to make, consisting of a decorative "popcorn" top built on a regular cupcake base.
Instructions
1. Bake a regular batch of cupcakes, using a cupcake pan lined with paper or aluminum cupcake liners. Although white or light-colored cupcakes are easier to cover with icing, the cupcakes can be any flavor you like. Allow the cupcakes to cool.
2. Frost the cupcakes with white frosting. Use homemade frosting, or simplify the process with boxed or canned frosting.
3. Cut an 'X' shape into the top of each miniature marshmallow, using a clean pair of scissors. Leave the bottom of the marshmallow intact. Cut enough miniature marshmallows to cover the top of each cupcake with 30 to 40 miniature marshmallows.
4. Press the miniature marshmallows into the frosting on the top of the cupcakes. Pile the marshmallows so the cupcake looks like a bag filled with popcorn.
5. Place a small amount of water in a cup. Add a few drops of yellow food coloring to create a buttery color. Use a pastry brush or a clean paintbrush to coat the miniature marshmallows with the butter-colored water.
6. Create bands from red construction paper, or use red and white striped gift wrapping paper. The bands should be large enough to wrap around the base of the cupcake -- about 8 inches by 1 and 1/4 inches. Alternatively, create a band on your computer, then duplicate it several times.
7. Wrap a paper band around the base of each cupcake, securing each band with a piece of clear tape.
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