Ocean Blue Shark Cupcakes

Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Ocean Blue Shark Cupcakes.

1. Step 1

   Start by preheating your oven to a cozy 350°F (175°C). While it warms up, line two 12-cup muffin tins with cheerful paper liners, ready to hold your delicious creations.

2. Step 2

   In a large mixing bowl, combine 1 cup of softened butter and 2 cups of white sugar. Using an electric mixer, beat them together until the mixture is creamy and smooth, creating a sweet base for your cupcakes. Add in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition until they're just incorporated. Then, stir in the raspberry extract for a fruity twist.

3. Step 3

   Next, gradually add in the 2 cups of all-purpose flour, alternating with 1/2 cup of milk. Mix until everything is just combined, being careful not to overmix. To give your batter a fun ocean vibe, stir in 6 drops of blue food coloring until you achieve a lovely blue hue.

4. Step 4

   Now it's time to fill those muffin cups! Pour the batter into the prepared liners, filling them about three-quarters full. This will give your cupcakes room to rise beautifully in the oven.

5. Step 5

   Bake your cupcakes in the preheated oven for about 20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Once baked, let them cool in the pans for about 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

6. Step 6

   While the cupcakes cool, prepare the blueberry filling. In a saucepan, combine fresh blueberries, 1/4 cup of white sugar, and a sprinkle of cornstarch. Bring this mixture to a gentle boil, stirring constantly until it thickens, which should take about 3 to 5 minutes. Once thickened, remove it from the heat and let it cool to room temperature.

7. Step 7

   Once your cupcakes are cool, it's time to add the filling! Cut a small hole in the top center of each cupcake and pipe in the delicious blueberry filling, creating a sweet surprise inside.

8. Step 8

   For the frosting, beat 1/2 cup of butter in a bowl, gradually adding confectioners' sugar, 1/2 cup at a time, until it's all combined. Then, mix in strawberry extract, vanilla extract, and a splash of cream for that perfect creamy texture. To finish, gently stir in about 4 drops of blue food coloring until you achieve a beautiful blue-white effect in your frosting.

9. Step 9

   Now, pipe the frosting generously on top of each cupcake, creating a wave of sweetness. For the finishing touch, cut candies into shark fins and place one on top of each cupcake, making them look like they're ready to swim into your party!