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If you're looking for cupcakes that will steal the show, look no further than these pretty Hi Hat cupcakes . They get their name from their towering toppings and are exactly what you need when you want to impress your guests. Hi Hat Cupcakes are made up of several elements: a chocolate cupcake , Italian meringue , and then a chocolate shell . It sounds like a lot of work, but it's actually quite simple. You need basic cupcake ingredients (like flour, sugar, eggs, baking powder), plus mayonnaise , which is the secret ingredient for moist cupcakes . Customize however you like. They're so delicious and easy to make!
What is a Hi Hat cupcake?
Hi Hat Cupcakes are fully dressed cupcakes. Basically, a plain cupcake is frosted with a pile of Italian meringue (or marshmallow fluff in some recipes), then dipped in chocolate to form a chocolate shell. They're quite fancy, but they're surprisingly easy to make.
What is the best frosting for Hi Hat Cupcakes?
These Hi Hat cupcakes can be modified, so use any of your favorite frostings. Here are some ideas:
Peanut Butter : Beat the following in a stand mixer until foamy and peaks begin to form: 3/4 cup sugar, 3 egg whites, 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar, 10 tablespoons softened butter, 1 cup smooth peanut butter, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. You can also follow this Peanut Butter Frosting recipe.
Espresso : Beat the following in a stand mixer until foam and peaks begin to form: 1 1/2 cups sugar, 6 egg whites, 1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar, 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, 3 teaspoons espresso powder.
Strawberry : Beat the following in a stand mixer until stiff: 1/2 cup strawberry jam, 2 cups sugar, 2 cups butter, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt.
Instead of Italian meringue, you can also use store-bought marshmallow fluff as frosting.
Tips for the Best Hi Hat Cupcakes
– To make your own Italian meringue , beat the following in a stand mixer until foamy and peaks begin to form: 2 1/2 cups sugar, 6 egg whites, 1/2 cup water, 1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
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