“Inside Out” Cupcakes

If you’re fans of the heartwarming film Inside Out as much as we are, then you’re in for a real treat. We've taken the whimsical world of Riley's emotions and transformed them into delectable cupcakes. Each cupcake is filled with colored frosting that corresponds with the emotions featured, so you get a delightful surprise in every bite. The light and fluffy marshmallow frosting is inspired by what we imagine Cloud Town would taste like. In celebration of the second movie coming out, we added anxiety (orange!) to the mix along with the original characters—joy, sadness, fear, disgust, and anger. Make a batch of these cupcakes as you await the release of the highly anticipated sequel.

Because the prep time is heavy in this recipe, we went with a boxed cake mix to make things a bit easier. Boxed cake mix exists for a reason, and there’s no shame in using it, especially if it cuts down on time. Another way to make things easier is to make the cupcakes a day ahead. You can even go as far as scooping out the wells the day before; just make sure to cover the cupcakes tightly so they don’t dry out.

Any leftover cupcakes can be frozen for up to 3 months and enjoyed at a later time. Simply remove as many cupcakes from the freezer as you desire and let them defrost for a bit before diving in.

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