Ultimate Birthday Cupcakes Recipe

1. Make the confetti cupcakes. Allow them to completely cool.

Marshmallow Meringue Frosting:

1. Place the egg whites, sugar, and cream of tartar in a heatproof bowl. Set the bowl over a saucepan filled with two inches of simmering water. Do not let it touch the water.

2. Whisk constantly for about 4 minutes until sugar is dissolved.

3. Transfer the mixing bowl to an electric mixer fitted with a whisk attachment. Add the vanilla. Beat on high speed for 5 to 6 minutes until soft, glossy peaks form. Taste. Add a pinch of salt, if needed.

4. Pipe the frosting onto each cooled cupcake. Chill the cupcakes in the refrigerator or freezer until frosting is completely firm.

Chocolate Shell:

1. Melt the chopped chocolate and oil together in the microwave in 20-second increments, stirring after each until completely melted. Let the chocolate cool down for 5 to 10 minutes before dipping.

2. Holding the cupcake by its bottom, carefully and very quickly dip each into chocolate to coat the frosting. Place on a wire rack on top of a baking sheet in case any chocolate drips off. Add any additional sprinkles on top.

3. Refrigerate cupcakes for 30 minutes to set the chocolate.

4. Serve and enjoy!