The Easiest Unicorn Cupcakes

Last Updated on January 3, 2024 by Michele Tripple

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These unicorn cupcakes are so easy and delicious! Wow the unicorn-lover in your life with these cute and creative spin on classic cupcakes.

Unicorn Cupcakes

My daughters love all things colorful, especially if they have a unicorn theme! When my daughter asked for a unicorn cake for her birthday, I was overwhelmed and wasn’t sure how I would pull it off!

Unicorn Cupcakes

That’s one reason this unicorn cupcake recipe is perfect! I created this recipe to be easy and stress-free, but still beautiful in every way! This will be the perfect addition to any unicorn-themed birthday party or just a special surprise for any day. If you and your kids love these cupcakes, you’ll also love this simple unicorn poke cake too, or maybe even unicorn popcorn!

Unicorn Cupcakes

One of my favorite parts about this recipe is that it is so easy to customize it to your taste! Choose whichever flavor of cupcakes you want – or go the extra mile and make homemade cupcakes from scratch! Either way, these simple decorations will exceed your expectations. You’ll be surprised how easy it is! 

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Unicorn Themed Cupcakes

Say goodbye to complicated unicorn cake recipes and replace them with this one that anybody can do! Even if cake decorating is not one of your strengths, you’ll be able to make these beautiful cupcakes with ease! Using pre-made cupcakes and store-bought frosting makes these the quickest and easiest custom cupcakes you’ll ever find. But feel free to spruce things up with some homemade cupcakes if you prefer! Either way, you’ll find our technique for frosting and decorating one that you’ll use for years to come!

Ingredients

  • Pre-baked cupcakes
  • White frosting
  • Gel food coloring

How To Make Unicorn Cupcakes

Unicorn Cupcakes

Don’t forget to download the full printable recipe below so you can print it out and use it whenever you feel like making this delicious recipe!

  • Color your icing whatever 3 colors you want.
  • Add the colored icing to the 12 inch piping bags without a coupler or tip.
  • Snip the tips of the piping bags and set aside.
  • Place a 1M or 2D piping tip inside of the 16 inch piping bag.
  • Place the colored bags of icing inside of the 16 inch bag and push them all down so that each of the colors is inside of the tip.
  • Squeeze with even pressure to make sure that all three colors are coming out together.
  • Place the unicorn wrappers around the cupcakes before icing.
  • Make a swirl on the top of the cupcakes. Add sprinkles and a topper if you would like.

Tips Tricks and FAQs

  • When prepping the 16-inch piping bag, the tip should be pushed down as far as it will go. The end should be cut right underneath the teeth of the tip.
  • Do not use more than three different colors of frosting as more than three will not fit inside of the 16-inch piping bag.
  • Not a fan of pre-made cupcakes and frosting? Feel free to make your own from scratch! These double chocolate cupcakes are to die for as are these banana cream cupcakes. Use your favorite recipe to truly customize this delicious and fun dessert!

Storage

These unicorn cupcakes should be stored in an airtight container and room temperature. They should last for up to 3 days. If using homemade cupcakes, follow storage guidelines for the recipe.

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Unicorn Cupcakes

Unicorn Cupcakes

These unicorn cupcakes are so easy and delicious! Wow the unicorn-lover in your life with these cute and creative spin on classic cupcakes.

Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes

Ingredients

  • Pre-baked cupcakes
  • White frosting
  • Gel food coloring

Instructions

    1. Color your icing whatever 3 colors you want.
    2. Add the colored icing to the 12 inch piping bags without a coupler or tip.
    3. Snip the tips of the piping bags and set aside.
    4. Place a 1M or 2D piping tip inside of the 16 inch piping bag.
    5. Place the colored bags of icing inside of the 16 inch bag and push them all down so that each of the colors is inside of the tip.
    6. Squeeze with even pressure to make sure that all three colors are coming out together.
    7. Place the unicorn wrappers around the cupcakes before icing.
    8. Make a swirl on the top of the cupcakes. Add sprinkles and a topper if you would like.

Notes

  • When prepping the 16-inch piping bag, the tip should be pushed down as far as it will go. The end should be cut right underneath the teeth of the tip.
  • Do not use more than three different colors of frosting as more than three will not fit inside of the 16-inch piping bag.

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