Description
Celebrate love with this Engagement Ring Cupcake Cake, a dazzling centerpiece for engagement parties and bridal showers. This elegant pull-apart cake features beautifully piped rosettes in white and silver-gray buttercream, finished with a touch of edible glitter for a sparkling effect. A simple yet show-stopping dessert that’s perfect for any wedding celebration!
Ingredients
Units
Scale
- 24 cupcakes (vanilla or chocolate, baked & cooled)
- 2 cups unsalted butter (softened)
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp heavy cream
- Gel food coloring (white & silver-gray)
- Edible glitter
Instructions
- Arrange Cupcakes: Place the cupcakes on a large board or platter in the shape of an engagement ring.
- Prepare Buttercream: Beat the butter until creamy. Gradually mix in powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and heavy cream until smooth and fluffy.
- Color the Frosting: Divide the buttercream into two portions. Tint one batch silver-gray using gel food coloring, leaving the other white.
- Pipe Rosettes: Use a large star piping tip to pipe rosettes over the cupcakes, alternating between white and silver-gray to create the ring effect.
- Add Sparkle: Lightly sprinkle edible glitter over the cupcakes for a dazzling touch.
- Chill & Serve: Refrigerate for 10–15 minutes to set the frosting before serving.
Notes
- Use a printed template or guide to help arrange the cupcakes evenly.
- Add a fondant diamond or silver edible pearls for extra detail.
- Can be prepared a day in advance and stored in an airtight container.
