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Glow-in-the-Dark Moonlit Cupcakes Recipe

Glow-in-the-Dark Moonlit Cupcakes Recipe
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These Glow-in-the-Dark Moonlit Cupcakes are a mesmerizing treat that will light up any party with their celestial charm. The combination of rich chocolate cupcakes topped with galaxy-colored frosting and shimmering silver stars creates a stunning visual effect that is sure to impress your guests. Whether you’re hosting a black light party or simply want to add a touch of magic to your dessert table, these cupcakes are the perfect choice.

Ingredients

Scale

Cupcakes:

  • 1 box (15.25 ounces) chocolate cake mix plus ingredients listed on the box

Frosting:

  • 1 tub (16 ounces) vanilla frosting
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Blue and purple food coloring
  • Edible silver star sprinkles
  • 1 package tonic water (for glow effect, optional)

Decorations:

  • 12 cupcake liners
  • 1 can black cupcake decorating spray or black food coloring (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare: Preheat the oven according to the cake mix package directions. Line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  2. Bake Cupcakes: Prepare the cake batter as directed on the box and divide evenly among the cupcake liners. Bake according to package instructions and let cool completely.
  3. Color Frosting: In a mixing bowl, tint the vanilla frosting with blue and purple food coloring, swirling slightly for a galaxy effect.
  4. Create Glow Effect: If making glow-in-the-dark frosting, mix a small amount of tonic water into the frosting until smooth. Frost the cooled cupcakes generously.
  5. Decorate: Lightly spray with black decorating spray for a night-sky look. Top with edible silver star sprinkles for a moonlit effect.
  6. Reveal the Glow: Place under a black light to reveal the glow.

Notes

  • For the glow effect, make sure to serve under a black light—without it, the frosting will not glow.
  • Tonic water can add a slightly bitter taste, so you can keep it minimal or skip it if serving without a black light.
  • Gel food coloring creates deeper galaxy colors.

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