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Chocolate Halloween Cupcakes featuring Peeps Marshmallows

Oct 16, 2013 · 22 Comments

Living the Gourmet is pleased to present Halloween themed Peeps.

Living the Gourmet received a box full of Marshmallow Ghosts, Dark Chocolate Marshmallow Pumpkins, and Chocolate Dipped Marshmallow Orange Chicks.

Marshmallow Ghosts are a perfect seasonal treat. Whether used in seasonal recipes, as a Halloween-themed treat, or even in crafts, these delightful fluffy ghosts are guaranteed to make you smile. Simple, sweet, and versatile, these ghosts are a Halloween classic.

It’s hard to find someone who doesn’t know and love Marshmallow Chicks, and, not surprisingly, it’s doubly hard to find someone who doesn’t love Chicks dipped in chocolate and sprinkled orange. Featuring fluffy orange colored marshmallow with a coating of creamy milk or dark chocolate, these chicks are a perfect addition to your Halloween list of treats.

Chocolate Covered Pumpkins are thick, orange marshmallow covered in milk or dark chocolate; the delightfully guilty side of Halloween treats – and this reviewer’s personal favorite ^_^

That being said, Living the Gourmet can fully recommend Peeps to add a dash of sweet to your Halloween season.

**I was given these products for review.  I was not financially compensated for this post. All opinions expressed are my own.

For Chocolate Cupcakes:

1/4 cup boiling water
3/4 cup semisweet dark chocolate
5 tablespoons butter
1 cup sugar
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 cup cake flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 cup buttermilk or sour milk (1/2 cup milk plus 1/2 teaspoon vinegar; Let stand for 10 minutes to curdle)

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Pour boiling water over chocolate. Set aside to cool to room temperature.

In a stand mixer, beat butter until whipped and creamy. Add sugar, beat until fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time. Finally, add melted chocolate.

In a large bowl sift together flour and baking soda. Alternate between the dry ingredients and the sour milk, until a light and well combined batter forms. Turn into a tray of lined cupcake tins.

Bake for about 25 minutes or until tester comes out clean.

For Icing:

3 tablespoons butter
2 cups confectioner’s sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Ghost Peeps

In a stand mixer combine butter and sugar until thick and creamy. Spread over each cupcake, once completely cooled and top with Ghost Peeps immediately before the frosting sets.

Enjoy with Love,
Catherine
xo

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  1. Vicki Bensinger says

    16/10/2013 at 2:42 pm

    This is so much fun. What a great idea to celebrate Halloween. The kids will love these as will the adults. Thanks for sharing.
    Reply
  2. Gloria Baker says

    16/10/2013 at 2:43 pm

    these are beautiful Catherine, some things arrive here (we have a semi Walmart lol) But really are lovely!!
    Reply
  3. Sandee says

    16/10/2013 at 3:34 pm

    Now these are just plain darling. Yes they are.

    Have a terrific day Catherine. Big hugs. :)
    Reply
  4. Zainab Mansaray says

    16/10/2013 at 4:06 pm

    These are just too cute!! I love the ghosts :)
    Reply
  5. Rose Clearfield says

    16/10/2013 at 4:54 pm

    The seasonal Peeps are so cute, and I'm sure that your cupcakes are delicious!
    Reply
  6. Dottie says

    16/10/2013 at 5:03 pm

    Dear Catherine,
    These little cupcakes are so cute, anyone would love to trick or treat at your house. I love those Peeps....could eat a whole package. They are amazing. Thanks for sharing this fun Halloween cupcake.
    Blessings, Dottie :)
    Reply
  7. Mary Frances McNellis says

    16/10/2013 at 6:10 pm

    That is the best Halloween cupcake! And its easy (my type of party:) and would be such a hit. What a creative use of these!
    Reply
  8. robin lorraine williamson says

    16/10/2013 at 6:58 pm

    I love these I will have to make some for my boys they love peeps thanks for sharing on the wednesday hop have a great day
    Reply
  9. Nee says

    16/10/2013 at 8:15 pm

    Hi Catherine , the Peeps Cupcakes are so cute , they are on my must make with my kids for Halloween , thanks for sharing :).
    Reply
  10. Chiara Giglio says

    16/10/2013 at 9:36 pm

    the peeps cupcakes are so delicious! blessings my dear...
    Reply
  11. Chatty Crone says

    16/10/2013 at 11:59 pm

    I am going to have to look for the peeps in chocolate!!!!!!!!!!! I have never seen those. Love, sandie
    Reply
  12. Maureen | Orgasmic Chef says

    17/10/2013 at 3:31 am

    Halloween Peeps? Where have I been all this time? (oh.. Australia where there are no peeps at all) How cute!!
    Reply
  13. Deborah Warren says

    17/10/2013 at 5:23 am

    Really clever little ditties! Love the look and the fun. Making these with my grand kids would be so fun! I am just popping over from the peacots and plad Linkey party. I would love it if you would drop by my site for a visit soon at http://www.kneadedcreations.com I will look forward to seeing you there! Happy Baking! Deb @Kneaded Creations
    Reply
  14. Lenia says

    17/10/2013 at 10:14 am

    They are soooo cute!
    Blessings,dear!
    Reply
  15. Rose says

    17/10/2013 at 1:18 pm

    Love the Ghost cupcakes!
    Reply
  16. Shawna Williams says

    17/10/2013 at 4:02 pm

    He is so cute!!! I love him as a topper. Thank you for sharing this on our Four Seasons Blog Hop.
    Reply
  17. Tanna at The Brick Street Bungalow says

    18/10/2013 at 11:57 am

    Oh, my goodness these are so cute! Sure wish I could make some for the Little Men! They would love them. ;) I'll have to share your idea with Amanda. blessings ~ tanna
    Reply
  18. Melissa W says

    18/10/2013 at 3:33 pm

    Adorable! (Pinning!!)

    Thank you so much for joining me for this weeks Foodie Friday Blog Hop.

    Have a great weekend and I hope to see you again next week.

    Melissa
    Reply
  19. Diane Balch says

    18/10/2013 at 11:13 pm

    My kids love peeps I didn't realize they made a ghost. Love the cupcakes. Thanks for sharing them with us on foodie friday.
    Reply
  20. Sarah Bates says

    20/10/2013 at 8:09 pm

    These cupcakes look delicious! I love that you used Peeps. Thanks for sharing with Foodie Friends Friday this week!
    Reply
  21. Miz Helen says

    20/10/2013 at 9:53 pm

    I just love those Peeps, they are just adorable! Thank you so much for sharing with Full Plate Thursday. Hope you are having a great weekend and come back soon!
    Miz Helen
    Reply
  22. Mr. & Mrs. P says

    25/10/2013 at 6:29 pm

    Very cute!!!! Pinned.!
    Reply

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