Easy Flower Cupcakes with Candy Corn

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Decorating cupcakes is just as easy as decorating cakes, especially if you’ve got plenty of candy on hand. These Flower Cupcakes are super simple to make with a simple chocolate frosting, candy corn, and chocolate chips.

These cupcakes are super fun to serve in the fall as Halloween Movie Night Snacks alongside a tray of Mud and Worm Dirt Cupcakes.

sunflower cupcakes laid out on a tray.

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I know that cookies are having a moment right now, but I well remember the cupcake years and believe they will make a come back. Cupcakes are easily portable, delicious, and easy to share.

Bonus: cake mixes are a dime a dozen and super easy to turn into a fun creation with very little work.

These Easy Flower Cupcakes with Candy Corn are a perfect example!

Why Make This

It’s super easy. If you’re looking for a simple fall/harvest party dessert, look no further. These Flower Cupcakes are so easy to make, you can let the kids do them! There’s no messing with piping bags or fancy frosting.

They are iconic fall. What’s a more classic fall candy than candy corn?! The addition of candy corn “sunflower petals” makes these a perfect autumn dessert. You can even make them in November with discounted Halloween candy for a fun, festive, and frugal option!

Ingredients

Here’s what you need to make these Easy Flower Cupcakes:

ingredients to make flower cupcakes with candy corn.

a dozen cupcakes – You can buy plain cupcakes at the bakery or bake your own from a mix or from scratch. You’ll need them baked and cooled before decorating. I love the look of the green cupcake liners, but you can choose whatever color you like.

chocolate frosting – You can use canned frosting or make your own buttercream. I love this easy Chocolate Frosting you can make without powdered sugar. It comes together in minutes and tastes amazing!

candy corn – Standard candy corn are beautiful on these sunflower cupcakes, but keep in mind that there are different colors of candy corn, including earth tones as well as pastels. Feel free to use different colored candies like Mike and Ike’s in addition to or instead of the candy corn if you prefer.

chocolate chips – The center of the flower is chocolate chips. You can use regular size or mini chips or even substitute chocolate jimmies if you like.

Step-by-Step Instructions

Here’s how to make these Easy Flower Cupcakes:

  1. Frost the cupcakes with the chocolate icing.
  2. Arrange the candy corn around the outside of the cupcake, with the tips pointing out.
  3. Fill the center with chocolate chips.

For best results: make sure the candy corn and chocolate chips don’t sit in a hot room. The pieces can melt together, making for mangled flower petals. Check your bag before purchase and store them in a cool dry place.

FAQs

Can you freeze cupcakes?

It’s easiest to freeze plain, unfrosted cupcakes. Cool, wrap, and freeze for up to 6 weeks. If you have leftover frosted cupcakes, those can be frozen as well, though the frosting risks getting smudged once wrapped. You should be able to freeze these Flower Cupcakes with Candy Corn, just be sure to thaw completely so no one breaks a tooth on a frozen bit of candy.

How long are cupcakes good for?

Baked cupcakes should be fresh for at least three days, if stored in an airtight container in a cool space. Depending on the temperature and the type of frosting you use, you may want to refrigerate your cupcakes.

array of flower cupcakes on a brown tray from a side angle.

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Flower Cupcakes

These bright and sunny Flower Cupcakes are super simple to make with a simple chocolate frosting, candy corn, and chocolate chips.
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time40 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: candy corn flower cupcakes, flower cupcake tutorial, flower cupcakes, sunflower cupcake
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Calories: 131kcal
Author: Jessica Fisher
Cost: $6

Ingredients

  • 12 baked cupcakes
  • 1 cup frosting of your choice
  • 10 oz candy corn
  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips

Instructions

  • Frost the cupcakes with the chocolate icing.
  • Arrange the candy corn around the outside of the cupcake, with the tips pointing out.
  • Fill the center with chocolate chips. Allow the cupcakes to set until serving.

Notes

Nutritional values are approximate and will vary based on the ingredients you choose.
For best results: make sure the candy corn and chocolate chips don’t sit in a hot room. The pieces can melt together, making for mangled flower petals. Check your bag before purchase and store them in a cool dry place.
Substitutions: Standard candy corn are beautiful on these sunflower cupcakes, but keep in mind that there are different colors of candy corn, including earth tones as well as pastels. Feel free to use different colored candies like Mike and Ike’s in addition to or instead of the candy corn if you prefer.
The center of the flower is chocolate chips. You can use regular size or mini chips or even substitute chocolate jimmies if you like.
 

Nutrition

Calories: 131kcal

This post was originally published on August 31, 2009. It has been updated for content and clarity.

array of flower cupcakes with candy corn with text overlay.

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6 Comments

  1. 5 stars
    These are so fun to make! Even my 15yo baker daughter oohed and aahed over them!

  2. Cute idea! Thanks for sharing. I hope to see you at Crock Pot Wednesday on diningwithdebbie.blogspot.com. Thanks again for posting.

  3. These are adorable. I think my grandaughters would love making these! Thanks for sharing!

  4. Those are precious! 🙂 My girls love cupcakes. I like the easy design. Stopping by from Jen's party. 🙂

  5. I love cooking with my children. I'm always looking for something fun for them to do with baked goods. Thank you for this idea.