Storm Trooper Cupcakes

Indulge in these delicious Storm Trooper cupcakes that are sure to be a hit at any Star Wars-themed party. These cupcakes feature a moist vanilla cake topped with a creamy vanilla frosting and an adorable Storm Trooper design made from fondant. They are perfect for both kids and adults who love Star Wars. Get ready to impress everyone with these tasty treats!

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup milk
• 12 cupcakes liners
• 3 cups vanilla frosting
• 1 cup white fondant
• Black food coloring gel

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a cupcake pan with 12 liners.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, beat the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
5. Gradually add in the dry ingredients, alternating with the milk. Mix until just combined.
6. Scoop the batter into the cupcake liners, filling them about 2/3 full.
7. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. Remove the cupcakes from the oven and let them cool completely on a wire rack.
9. Once the cupcakes are cooled, frost them with the vanilla frosting.
10. Roll out the white fondant on a clean, lightly powdered surface.
11. Using a Storm Trooper stencil or freehand, cut out Storm Trooper shapes from the fondant.
12. Color a small amount of the frosting with black food coloring gel to create the details for the Storm Trooper faces.
13. Place the fondant cutouts on top of the cupcakes, pressing them lightly into the frosting.
14. Using the black frosting, pipe on the eyes and other details on the Storm Trooper design.
15. Serve and enjoy these adorable Storm Trooper cupcakes!

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