Out of this galaxy easy DIY Star Wars Cupcakes featuring Princess Leia and Chewbacca are the first order today. These simple treats are perfect for birthday parties, movie nights, or celebrating any defeat of the Dark Side.
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Punch it, Chewie! Star Wars is a big deal around my house. But with three daughters that might be surprising for some. But my little Jedis love Star Wars like their father before them.
These Star Wars cupcakes are super simple and super adorable.
Star Wars Cupcakes
Ingredients
For Chewbacca:
- 2 to 3 cups chocolate frosting
- Candy eyeballs
- Black fondant
- White nonpareil sprinkles
For Leia:
- 1 to 2 cups vanilla frosting in white
- 2 to 3 cups chocolate frosting
- Candy eyeballs
- Heart sprinkles
- Chocolate coated donuts (2 for each cupcake)
- Toothpicks
Instructions
Watch How to Make Star Wars Cupcakes
For Chewbacca:
1. Place chocolate frosting in a piping bag fitted with an open star tip. Ice the cupcakes with the frosting creating stars. Allow frosting to dry slightly and gently press down any pointed peaks.
2. Press two candy eyeballs onto each dipped cookie.
3. Roll out black fondant and cut into strips (approximately ¾ inch by 2 inches.) Press white nonpareils into fondant. Lift fondant strips using an offset spatula and place at a diagonal over cupcake edge.
4. With remaining black fondant, pinch a small piece and shape into a tiny ball for the nose. Place one nose under the eyes on each cupcake.
For Leia:
1. Ice cupcakes with vanilla frosting, creating a flat surface.
2. Place chocolate frosting in a piping bag fitted with an open star tip. Create a hairline with the chocolate frosting.
3. Press two candy eyeballs onto each dipped cookie and a heart sprinkle, placing each to form Leia’s face.
4. Attach a donut to each side of the cupcakes using toothpicks.
Looking for more birthday party ideas for a galactic celebration? Don’t call Yoda! I’ve got simple ideas that’ll make a big impact.
These cupcakes turned out so cute, and will be perfect for a Star Wars Birthday Party!
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Dress Like a Jedi
Padawans should put on their best. Whether you’re rocking your favorite Star Wars tees from Target or DIY Jedi robes, it’s so much fun to get into the spirit. And who says kids should have all of the fun? Make sure the grown-ups know it’s okay to get into the spirit too.
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A plate plate, paint, paper, and a pipe cleaner are all you need to make this Paper Plate Porg. I’m pretty smitten by porgs and these are great for an inexpensive Star Wars themed craft.
DIY Light Sabers
Pool noodles make for great (& safe) light sabers. To give them a more authentic look, use black & silver duct tape to decorate the end of the light saber. Use them for a little Jedi training to burn off energy.
Death Star Pinata
Am I the only one who feels a little bad taking a baseball bat to beloved characters? It’s a little easier knowing “that’s no moon.” Make a Death Star Pinata to defeat the Dark Side and load up on candy. S
Star Wars Party Supplies
I’m a big fan of party DIY’s. But I also have learned the value of combining homemade touches with commercially available products. Because who has time to do it all? Not this mama.
Do you have a Star Wars fan in the house? These easy Star Wars Leia & Chewbacca Cupcakes are the perfect birthday or movie night treat!
May the Frosting Be With You!
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It is great when you enjoy things as a family like Star Wars. Those cupcakes are so cool looking and cute and a lot of fun to make.
These are fabulous! We love Star Wars, so I’ll have to make these. We’re excited for the new movie in December.
These are terrific and I know that Star Wars fans would appreciate it. The timing will be perfect for the new movie and will be fun to make with the kids.
Those are so adorable! My SIL would go crazy for them. He loves Star Wars and his birthday is coming up in a day or two.
Oh how fun! Star Wars is great and these cupcakes turned out so well. I’d love making some for a viewing party.
How cute are these! My kids would be in love with these and I bet they taste yummy too.
Oh my goodness these are such fun! What a cute idea to make for a Star Wars party – you could cook some up and then have a movie marathon with friends!
OMGosh, what a fun Star Wars party! That is fabulous! And those sweet Chewbacca and Princess Leia cupcakes are gorgeous. Happy birthday to your kiddo!
OMG! These are insanely adorable!! You have quite the steady hand!!
Those are so stinking cute! I love these, I am a huge StarWars fan!
Those are super adorable cupcakes! Star wars is a good reference to making pastries. I love the both of them.
Aww..these cupcakes are soooo adorably cute! And I am sure they taste delicious, too! Can’t wait to have them
These are so cute! They really did turn out great. I may just need to make those myself. I love Star Wars!
These cupcakes are the cutest! I’m sure if I tried them, they would not resemble anything close to the amazing job you did, but it wouldn’t stop me from eating them anyway lol
Those fun looking cupcakes are too pretty to eat. I wish I have the knack for baking. These are so cute.
We love Star Wars! I am terrible at decorating cakes and cupcakes, but it might be time to try again.
These cupcakes are almost too adorable to eat! My family and I would enjoy these cupcakes.
These cupcakes are too dang cute! My kids would love these!