If your kids love Minecraft, these Minecraft Cupcakes Recipe are the ultimate party treat! With rich chocolate cupcakes topped with vibrant green grass-like frosting and pixel-style candy or fondant blocks, these cupcakes capture the iconic look of Minecraft blocks. Perfect for birthdays, gaming parties, or any Minecraft-themed celebration, they’re as fun to make as they are to eat.
Why You’ll Love These Minecraft Cupcakes
- Minecraft-Themed Fun: Perfect for kids and fans of the game.
- Customizable: Use homemade or store-bought chocolate mousse and candy for the toppers.
- Chocolatey and Moist: A rich chocolate base that everyone will enjoy.
- Easy Grass Frosting: Vibrant green buttercream piped with a grass tip adds playful texture.
Ingredients
Chocolate Cupcakes
- 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup (95g) all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup (45g) unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup (120ml) milk
- 1/4 cup (60ml) vegetable oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup (120ml) boiling water
Grass Frosting
- 1 cup (230g) unsalted butter, softened
- 3–4 cups (360–480g) powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp milk or cream
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- Green gel food coloring
Toppers
- Chocolate mousse–filled squares (homemade or store-bought)
- Green jelly cubes, green fondant squares, or gelatin-based candy
Instructions
1. Make the Cupcakes
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with cupcake liners. In a large bowl, whisk together sugar, flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
2. Combine Wet Ingredients
Add egg, milk, oil, and vanilla to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Slowly pour in the boiling water while stirring—the batter will be thin, which is normal.
3. Bake
Divide batter evenly among the liners, filling each about 2/3 full. Bake for 18–22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Cool completely on a wire rack before decorating.
4. Prepare the Grass Frosting
Beat the softened butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla, beating until fluffy. Mix in green gel food coloring until vibrant green.
5. Pipe the Grass
Fit a piping bag with a grass tip and fill it with the frosting. Pipe short bursts around the top edges of each cupcake to create grass-like texture.
6. Add the Toppers
Place a chocolate mousse square in the center of each cupcake. Arrange green jelly cubes or fondant squares in a pixel-style checkerboard pattern to mimic Minecraft grass blocks.
Tips & Tricks
- Make Ahead: Chocolate mousse squares can be prepared a day ahead using silicone molds.
- Store-Bought Shortcuts: Ready-made chocolates or candy cubes save time.
- Frosting Tip: Gel food coloring keeps the green frosting vibrant without altering taste.
- Pixel Perfection: Use a small knife for clean fondant cuts or gelatin candy shapes.
Nutrition (per cupcake)
- Calories: 163 kcal
- Total Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Cholesterol: 23mg
- Sodium: 236mg
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 0g
- Sugar: 21g
- Protein: 2g
FAQs
Q: Can I make these cupcakes without chocolate mousse?
A: Yes! Substitute with small chocolate squares, caramel cubes, or even a marshmallow for creative toppers.
Q: Can I make them gluten-free?
A: Use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend instead of all-purpose flour for safe and delicious cupcakes.
Q: How long do these cupcakes last?
A: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days, or refrigerate for up to 5 days.
Conclusion
These Minecraft Cupcakes are the perfect combination of rich chocolate, vibrant green frosting, and pixel-style fun. They’re a hit at parties, gaming events, or even as a creative weekend baking project. Get ready for compliments—and maybe a few requests to make more!
