Easy Father's Day Grill & Burger Cupcakes: Creative Dessert Idea

Name: Easy Father's Day Grill & Burger Cupcakes: Creative Dessert Idea
Prep time: 20 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 12
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 12 pieces Baked Cupcakes (Prepare or buy pre-made cupcakes.); 1 cup Green Frosting (For grass or lettuce effect.); 1/2 cup Chocolate Frosting (For burger patties or grill base.); 1/4 cup Red Frosting (For ketchup or tomato slices.); 1/4 cup Yellow Frosting (For mustard or cheese slices.); 12 pieces Chocolate Sandwich Cookies (For burger patties or grill grates.); 1/2 cup Mini Marshmallows (For grill coals or burger buns.); A few pieces Red Gummy Candies (For tomato slices.); A few pieces Yellow Gummy Candies (For cheese slices.); A few pieces Black Licorice Laces/Strips (For grill grates.)

Learn how to transform simple cupcakes into adorable miniature grills and burgers, perfect for a Father's Day treat. This creative cupcake decorating tutorial uses frosting, cookies, and candy to create a fun and delicious dessert that will surely impress Dad!

#Father's Day Dessert

#Grill Cupcakes

#Burger Cupcakes

#Cupcake Decorating

#Creative Baking

#Fun Dessert

#DIY Dessert

#Party Food

Assembling the Grill Cupcake

Recipe Information

20m

Prep Time

Cook Time

20m

Total Time

Servings

Easy

American

English

Nutrition (per serving)

300

Calories

Protein

45g

Carbs

18g

Fat

Finished Grill Cupcake

Ingredients

Servings: 12

💡 Tip: Check off ingredients as you add them to keep track of your progress!

Assembling the Burger Cupcake

Instructions

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Ensure all cupcakes are baked and cooled completely before starting the decoration process.
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Ensure all cupcakes are baked and cooled completely before starting the decoration process.
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Chilled cupcakes are easier to frost without crumbling.
2
For the grill cupcakes, spread a layer of chocolate frosting over the top of the cupcake to create the grill's base.
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For the grill cupcakes, spread a layer of chocolate frosting over the top of the cupcake to create the grill's base.
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Use an offset spatula for a smooth finish.

3
Arrange mini marshmallows on the chocolate frosting to mimic hot coals, and then place thin strips of black licorice over them to form grill grates.
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Arrange mini marshmallows on the chocolate frosting to mimic hot coals, and then place thin strips of black licorice over them to form grill grates.
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Cut licorice strips precisely for a neat grill effect.
4
For the burger cupcakes, pipe or spread green frosting on top of the cupcake for the lettuce layer. Separate chocolate sandwich cookies and place one half, cream-side down, on the green frosting to be the bottom bun.
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For the burger cupcakes, pipe or spread green frosting on top of the cupcake for the lettuce layer. Separate chocolate sandwich cookies and place one half, cream-side down, on the green frosting to be the bottom bun.
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A star tip can create a ruffled lettuce look with green frosting.
5
Pipe a small dollop of chocolate frosting onto the cookie half for the burger patty. Then, add small pieces of red and yellow gummy candies or dots of red and yellow frosting to represent ketchup, mustard, cheese, and tomato.
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Pipe a small dollop of chocolate frosting onto the cookie half for the burger patty. Then, add small pieces of red and yellow gummy candies or dots of red and yellow frosting to represent ketchup, mustard, cheese, and tomato.
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Be creative with candy shapes for realistic toppings.

6
Place the other half of the chocolate sandwich cookie on top to complete the burger. Optionally, add tiny dots of yellow frosting or small white sprinkles for sesame seeds.
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Place the other half of the chocolate sandwich cookie on top to complete the burger. Optionally, add tiny dots of yellow frosting or small white sprinkles for sesame seeds.
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Ensure the top bun is centered for a neat appearance.
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Arrange the decorated grill and burger cupcakes on a platter and serve as a fun and unique Father's Day dessert!
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Arrange the decorated grill and burger cupcakes on a platter and serve as a fun and unique Father's Day dessert!
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Best served fresh on Father's Day!