In a bowl, gradually add small amounts of tonic water to your white frosting, mixing until you reach a smooth, spreadable consistency. Be careful not to add too much, or the frosting will become runny. Tonic water contains quinine, which glows under UV light.
Frost the cooled cupcakes. The frosting will glow faintly under a blacklight.
Option 2: Edible Luminescent Powder Frosting:
Follow the instructions on your edible luminescent powder. Usually, you’ll mix a small amount of the powder into your white frosting.
Frost the cooled cupcakes. These will glow in the dark, even without a blacklight.
Option 3: UV Flashlight:
Frost the cupcakes with plain white or light-colored frosting.
Decorate as desired (moon and stars are great themes).
Use a UV flashlight to make the frosting glow under blacklight. This is a good option if you don’t want to add anything to the frosting itself.
Option 4: Edible Glow Gel:
Frost the cupcakes with your base frosting.
Use the edible glow gel to add details like stars, moons, or other designs. The gel will glow in the dark.
Tips and Variations:
Frosting: You can use your favorite frosting recipe. Vanilla buttercream or cream cheese frosting work well.
Flavor Variations: Add lemon zest, almond extract, or other flavorings to the cupcake batter for variety.
Decorating: Use edible glitter, star sprinkles, or other decorations to enhance the moonlit theme.
Storage: Store unfrosted cupcakes in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. Frosted cupcakes should be stored in the refrigerator.
Enjoy your magical Glow-in-the-Dark Moonlit Cupcakes! Remember to check that any edible glow products you use are safe for consumption and follow the manufacturer’s instructions.
