How do I decorate galaxy cupcakes like a pro?

Unleash your inner artist and create stunning Galaxy Cupcakes! Our step-by-step guide will have you decorating like a pro in no time.

You'll need

Items needed to answer the question, How do I decorate Galaxy Cupcakes like a pro. Items include: Cupcake Batter Food Coloring Cupcake Liners Frosting Edible Glitter, Pearls, or Silver Sprinkles Edible Glitter Dust Galaxy-themed Sprinkle Decorations

Cupcake Batter Enough for desired batch size
Food Coloring A few drops of each desired color
Cupcake Liners As needed
Frosting Enough for desired cupcake frosting
Edible Glitter, Pearls, or Silver Sprinkles As desired
Edible Glitter Dust As desired
Galaxy-themed Sprinkle Decorations As desired

Take note
Please note that some steps may require patience and precision. Be careful when handling food coloring, as it can stain surfaces.

1

Prepare the Cupcake Batter

Follow your favorite vanilla cupcake recipe to make a batch of cupcakes. Once the batter is ready, divide it evenly into separate bowls.

2

Color the Batter

Add a few drops of different food coloring to each bowl of cupcake batter. You can use shades of blue, purple, and black to create a galaxy effect. Mix the colors thoroughly until you achieve your desired shades. Feel free to get creative!

3

Assemble the Cupcake Liners

Place cupcake liners in a muffin tin to ensure your cupcakes maintain their shape while baking. Gently spoon a small amount of each colored batter into the liners. Layer the colors randomly for a galaxy-like appearance.

4

Swirl the Colors

Using a toothpick or skewer, gently swirl the colors together in a figure-eight motion. Be careful not to overmix, as you want to create a marbled effect. Embrace the chaos of the galaxy!

5

Bake and Cool

Preheat your oven according to the cupcake recipe's instructions. Bake the cupcakes as directed. Once they're done, remove them from the oven and let them cool completely on a wire rack.

6

Frosting

Prepare your favorite frosting recipe or use store-bought frosting. To add another galaxy element, consider using a dark-colored frosting like black or dark blue. If desired, pipe the frosting onto the cupcakes using a star-shaped tip for a cosmic touch.

7

Decorate the Galaxy Cupcakes

Now comes the fun part! Use edible glitter, edible pearls, or silver sprinkles to resemble stars and dust the tops of your cupcakes. You can also add a touch of shimmer with edible glitter dust. Finally, place a few galaxy-themed sprinkle decorations on top to complete the look.