Few things brighten a birthday like Peppa Pig Chocolate and Vanilla Cupcakes. The recipe is easy, the flavours are comforting, and the decorations always make little faces light up.
These Peppa Pig Chocolate and Vanilla Cupcakes were such a delight to make for my daughter’s birthday party. My children have always loved themed desserts, and these little treats instantly became the highlight of the table.
Baking Peppa Pig cupcakes is always fun because you can play with colour and design while keeping the flavours simple and comforting for the little ones. I wanted something familiar for all the kids at the party, so I went with a mix of chocolate and vanilla cupcakes, a classic combination everyone enjoys.
The recipe uses real chocolate for a rich taste and texture, topped with soft vanilla icing tinted blue and green to create a playful scene of sky, pond, and grass. I finished each one with cheerful Peppa Pig cupcake decorations. They included tiny suns, ducks, clouds, George’s dinosaur, and Peppa’s smiling face. It’s an easy and rewarding bake for anyone planning Peppa Pig-themed cupcakes or looking for creative Peppa Pig party ideas. For another fun twist, try my Chocolate and Vanilla Shark Mini Cupcakes, perfect for children’s parties and playful dessert tables.
Why Everyone Enjoys These Peppa Pig Cupcakes
- A colourful highlight on any Peppa Pig birthday table that brings joy to every celebration.
- Vanilla icing creates a light, creamy balance to the rich chocolate and vanilla cupcake base.
- Straightforward steps and simple ingredients make this an easy Peppa Pig cupcake recipe for any home baker.
Key Ingredients for Peppa Pig Chocolate and Vanilla Cupcakes
Dark Chocolate
Real dark chocolate gives these cupcakes a deeper, richer flavour than cocoa powder alone. It also adds moisture to the batter, keeping the sponge soft and full of character.
Brown Sugar
Brown sugar adds sweetness and moisture while giving a delicate caramel undertone that enhances the chocolate flavour. It also helps the cupcakes stay soft for longer.
Cocoa Powder
Cocoa powder deepens the chocolate colour and adds balance to the sweetness. Choose unsweetened cocoa for a more rounded, natural flavour.
Fondant Decorations
These decorations bring the Peppa Pig theme to life. Whether shaped like clouds, suns, or George’s dinosaur, they turn simple cupcakes into something bright and fun for parties.
Find the complete list with measurements in the recipe card below.
How to Make Peppa Pig Chocolate and Vanilla Cupcakes
Chocolate Cupcakes
Step 1: Put the water and chocolate in a small pot and heat it on low heat. Cook, stirring, for 5 minutes or until the chocolate melts. Keep aside to cool down.
Step 2: Beat the butter and sugar with an electric mixer until pale. Add the eggs, one at a time, and keep beating. Add the flours and cocoa powder and stir until just combined. Now add the melted chocolate and stir well.
Step 3: Spoon among the lined muffin pans.
Step 4: Bake in a preheated oven at 160°C – 320°F for 25 to 30 minutes, or until a skewer inserted in the centre comes out clean. Remove from the oven and transfer to a wire rack to cool down.
“Sky/Pond” and “Grass” Vanilla Icing
Step 1: Beat the softened butter for a few minutes, then incorporate the icing sugar, vanilla extract, and blue food colour. Mix well. Do the same for the green icing.
Step 2: Pipe the icing on the cupcakes and decorate them with fondant decorations (You can make the decorations ahead of time using stencils and let them dry before placing them on the cupcakes, if preferred).
Frequently Asked Questions
To keep cupcakes soft, focus on the mixing and baking stages. Avoid overworking the batter or leaving it in the oven too long, then seal once cooled.
Yes, you can bake them a day before your party. Once cooled, keep them in an airtight container at room temperature. Decorate them with icing and fondant on the day you plan to serve them.
I always recommend using good-quality dark chocolate from a bar. It melts evenly and adds a richer, smoother taste than chocolate chips or powder alone.
You can make them a day or two before. Leave them to dry at room temperature on baking paper, then store them in a dry box until you’re ready to decorate.
Extra Help from the Kitchen
Use Room-Temperature Ingredients – Cold butter or eggs can cause the batter to curdle or bake unevenly. Let everything sit out for at least 30 minutes before mixing.
Melt Chocolate Gently – Place the pot over low heat or use a double boiler so the chocolate doesn’t scorch. Stir often until smooth and glossy.
Avoid Overmixing Once the Flour is Added – Overmixing develops too much gluten, making cupcakes dense instead of soft and light. Mix only until the ingredients come together.
Check Oven Temperature Accuracy – A few degrees can affect texture and baking time. If your cupcakes often brown too quickly or stay undercooked, use an oven thermometer to test calibration.
Keep Fondant Decorations Dry – Moisture can make fondant soft or sticky. Store decorations at room temperature in a cardboard box or on baking paper, never in the fridge.
Variations and Twists
Try Milk Chocolate Instead of Dark – For a sweeter flavour and softer taste, replace dark chocolate with milk chocolate. The texture stays rich, but the overall flavour becomes lighter for younger children.
Add a Hint of Coffee to Enhance Flavour – Stir in 1 teaspoon of instant coffee dissolved in warm water when melting the chocolate. It deepens the cocoa taste without making the cupcakes taste like coffee.
Create Custom Fondant Themes – Use the same base cupcakes to make new decorations for other occasions, like animals, rainbows, or stars. The steps stay the same, but each theme feels completely new.
Storage and Shelf Life
Keep the cupcakes in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. If your kitchen is warm, store them in the refrigerator and bring them back to room temperature before serving so the icing softens again.
Unfrosted cupcakes can be frozen for up to 1 month. Once cooled, wrap each one in cling film and place them in a sealed container or freezer bag. When ready to use, thaw them overnight at room temperature, then decorate with icing and fondant.
If you have leftover cupcakes with icing, store them in the fridge in a covered container for up to 3 days. They will still taste fresh and soft once brought back to room temperature.
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Peppa Pig Chocolate and Vanilla Cupcakes
Few things brighten a birthday like Peppa Pig Chocolate and Vanilla Cupcakes. The recipe is easy, the flavours are comforting, and the decorations always make little faces light up.
Ingredients
Chocolate Cupcakes
- 100 gms – 3.5 oz. dark chocolate
- 250 ml – 1 cup water
- 125 gms – ½ cup butter – softened
- 255 gms – 1 ¼ cups brown sugar
- 3 eggs
- 225 gms – 1 ½ cups self-raising flour
- 75 gms – ½ cup plain flour
- 30 gms – ¼ cup cocoa powder
“Sky/Pond” and “Grass” Vanilla Icing
- 125 gms butter
- 225 gms icing sugar
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- Blue food colouring
- Green food colouring
- Fondant decorations
Instructions
Chocolate Cupcakes
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Put the water and chocolate in a small pot and heat it on low heat. Cook, stirring, for 5 minutes or until the chocolate melts. Keep aside to cool down.
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Beat the butter and sugar with an electric mixer until pale. Add the eggs, one at a time, and keep beating. Add the flours and cocoa powder and stir until just combined. Now add the melted chocolate and stir well.
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Spoon among the lined muffin pans.
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Bake in a preheated oven at 160°C – 320°F for 25 to 30 minutes, or until a skewer inserted in the centre comes out clean. Remove from the oven and transfer to a wire rack to cool down.
“Sky/Pond” and “Grass” Vanilla Icing
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Beat the softened butter for a few minutes, then incorporate the icing sugar, vanilla extract, and blue food colour. Mix well. Do the same for the green icing.
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Pipe the icing on the cupcakes and decorate them with fondant decorations (You can make the decorations ahead of time using stencils and let them dry before placing them on the cupcakes, if preferred).
These are simply adorable. Lucky daughter.