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Marshmallow Sheep Cupcakes

Prep Time 4 hours
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 4 hours 20 minutes
Course Dessert
Servings 24

Ingredients
  

  • CUPCAKES:
  • 1 box Chocolate Cake Mix
  • 1/2 cup Vegetable Oil
  • 3 Eggs
  • ICING:
  • 1 cup butter softened
  • 2 tbsp milk
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • CANDY CLAY:
  • 6 oz dark chocolate chips or wafers
  • 2 tbsp corn syrup
  • 48 candy eyes

Instructions
 

  • Make the candy clay first, melt the chocolate in the microwave by heating for 30 seconds then stirring and repeating process until it is melted and smooth.
  • Stir in the corn syrup until well mixed. Mixture will be grainy.
  • Pour the mixture onto plastic wrap and allow to set for several hours (until firm).
  • Break off small pieces of the candy clay mixture and knead to soften.
  • Form each into a flattened cube 3/4" x 3/4" x 1/4" tall.
  • To each of these we will attach ears at the top and using a toothpick we will carve in the mouth and nostril area.
  • Also place the candy eyes and press in place.
  • Allow the heads to set for 30 minutes.
  • Store the remaining candy clay by sealing in a zippered bag and refrigerating.
  • Bake the cupcakes according to the box directions. Then allow to cool.
  • Cream the butter and vanilla in a large bowl
  • Slowly add in the powdered sugar, and milk as needed, until everything is incorporated and frosting is the right consistency.
  • Beat for 5 minutes to make sure it is fluffy.
  • Ice the cupcakes then decorate the tops with sheep heads and mini marshmallows to represent wool.