Graduation Cap Cupcakes

Celebrate academic achievements with these charming Graduation Cap Cupcakes, featuring a fluffy vanilla base topped with chocolate squares and playful candy tassels. Perfect for graduation parties, these treats are both visually delightful and delicious.

Prep time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 20 minutes
Serves: 24

Ingredients

1 box of vanilla cake mix

3 large eggs

1/2 cup vegetable oil

1 cup water

24 chocolate squares

1 tube of yellow decorating icing

24 mini peanut butter cups

24 small colorful candy strings

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F and line 24 cupcake molds with paper liners.

2. In a large bowl, mix the cake mix, eggs, oil, and water until smooth.

3. Pour the batter into the prepared cupcake molds, filling each about 2/3 full.

4. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Let cool completely.

5. Once cooled, place a mini peanut butter cup upside down on each cupcake.

6. Gently attach a chocolate square on top of each peanut butter cup using a dab of yellow decorating icing.

7. Use the yellow icing to create a small dot in the center of each chocolate square, attaching a colorful candy string as the tassel.

8. Allow the icing to set before serving.

Storage

Store cupcakes in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Reheating

Allow cupcakes to reach room temperature before serving. Alternatively, microwave individual cupcakes on medium power for 10-15 seconds.

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This recipe is for informational purposes only. Always follow proper food safety practices, cook foods to safe internal temperatures, and store leftovers appropriately. Results may vary.