Missing Disney? You Can Make These Cute Minnie Mouse Cupcakes at Home!

There are a handful of exciting treats at Disney World's Contemporary Resort, but one of our all-time favorite food finds has to be these Minnie Mouse cupcakes. Not only are they supercute, but they're about as mouthwatering as it gets. We're talking rich, creamy chocolate flavors mixed with an effortlessly sugary frosting that melts in your mouth. With the perfect ratio of cupcake to frosting, it's no surprise that Disney-lovers have a sweet tooth for these. Make these cute Minnie Mouse cupcakes in the comfort of your kitchen, and if you're so inclined, try to make a Mickey one, too!
- Additional reporting by Lauren Harano

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Chocolate Creme CupcakesFrom Delicious Disney Sweet Treats and Disney's Contemporary Resort Bakery
IngredientsFor the chocolate cupcakes:

1 1/2 cups sugar

2 cups canola oil

2 eggs

2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

2 tablespoons cocoa powder

1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda

1 cup buttermilk

2 teaspoons vanilla extract

1 teaspoon salt
For the mousse:

1 cup heavy cream, divided

2/3 cup white chocolate chips

1/2 tablespoon powdered gelatin

2 egg yolks
For the frosting:

2 cups heavy whipping cream

1/2 cup sugar

Red food coloring

Fondant bow for decorating, optional

Edible pink disco dust
Directions
To make cupcakes: Preheat oven to 350ºF. Line muffin tins with paper liners; set aside.
Combine sugar, oil, and eggs in a large bowl; beat on low speed until well combined.
Add flour, cocoa powder, and baking soda. Mix 1 minute on low speed, then 3 minutes on medium speed.
Gradually add buttermilk, vanilla extract, and salt. Mix 2 minutes on low speed.
Transfer batter to muffin tins, filling cups 3/4 full. Bake 20 to 25 minutes until a wooden pick inserted in the centers comes out clean.
Cool completely on wire racks before frosting.
To make mousse: Whip 3/4 cup heavy cream with m