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Tigger Cupcakes

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By: LalainePosted: 08/07/2018Updated: 08/08/2018
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Tigger-inspired Cupcakes

Tigger Cupcakes are super fun to make and the most adorable cupcake ever! Perfect for a Christopher Robin movie night or theme party!

Tigger Cupcakes made with fondant
Tigger Cupcakes

Disney’s Christopher Robin movie is already out in theaters, have you seen it? I’ve read that it’s not doing as well in the box office as expected which is a shame because I had many fond memories reading the Winnie the Pooh books growing up. I love the characters so much; we are turning them into super adorable cupcakes here on the blog!

We kicked off our Christopher Robin-inspired cupcakes last month with Winnie the Pooh, of course, and today is Tigger. I will be posting Piglet tomorrow so come back and check it out. 🙂

Tigger-inspired Cupcakes

How to Make Tigger Cupcakes

vanilla cupcakes, fondant, and food coloring on a wire rack

Step 1: Making the Vanilla Cupcakes

  • You can make the vanilla cupcakes using a box mix or your favorite recipe. You can also use store-bought and skip the baking altogether. If you choose to bake, use red liners for best effect and make sure the cupcakes are completely cooled before decorating.
  • To simplify the process, use commercial buttercream frosting available at most major supermarkets. If you prefer to make from scratch, in a bowl, beat softened butter using an electric mixer at medium speed for about 1 to 2 minutes or until creamy. Add 2 cups confectioners’ sugar, two tablespoons milk, and one teaspoon vanilla extract with the mixer on low speed. Increase to high speed and continue to beat for about 2 to 3 minutes.

making Tigger-inspired cupcakes with vanilla cupcake and fondant

Step 2: Assembling the Fondant Tigger Face

  • In a bowl, place 6 ounces of the white fondant and add three drops red gel food coloring and two drops of yellow gel food coloring. Gently fold together until fondant is of even orange color to resemble Tigger’s face.
  • Sprinkle a clean work surface and a rolling pin with cornstarch. Using the rolling pin, roll the orange fondant to be about ¼ of an inch thick.
  • Using the largest cookie cutter, cut out 12 circles and place on a baking sheet lined with wax paper. Shape the remaining orange fondant into 24 small circles to resemble Tigger’s ears. Set aside.
  • In another bowl, place 1 1/2 ounces of white fondant and add 2 drops of yellow gel food coloring. Gently fold together until fondant is evenly colored. Using a rolling pin, roll out the yellow fondant to about ¼ inch thick.
  • With the medium-sized cookie cutter cut out 12 circles and with the smallest cookie cutter, cut out another 12 circles.
  • With the smallest cookie cutter, cut out a small portion off the middle-sized yellow fondant circle into a crescent shape.
  • In another bowl, place the remaining white fondant and add one drop of red gel food coloring. Gently fold until of even pink color. Roll out the pink fondant into 12 small spheres and flatten slightly to resemble Tigger’s nose.

vanilla cupcake with white frosting

Step 3: Assembling the Tigger Cupcakes

  • To assemble Tigger’s face, brush water on the back of each piece and gently press onto the large orange circle to secure.
  • Using the black decorating frosting, draw eyes, eyebrows, and tiger stripes on the assembled face.
  • With a piping bag, frost each cupcake and carefully place fondant Tigger face on top.

Tigger-inspired Cupcakes

These Tigger-inspired cupcakes are just too cute for words. Together with Winnie the Pooh and Piglet cupcakes, they’re the perfect sweet treat for movie night or theme party!

Looking for more creative projects to make with the whole family? I have a whole section devoted to fun food just for you!

Did you make this? Be sure to leave a review below and tag me @OnionRingsAndThings on Facebook and Instagram!

Tigger Cupcakes made with vanilla cupcakes and fondant
5 from 3 votes

Tigger Cupcakes

Tigger Cupcakes are super fun to make and the most adorable cupcake ever! Perfect for a Christopher Robin movie night or theme party!
Prep Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 30 mins
Author: Lalaine
Course: Dessert, Snack
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12 Cupcakes

Ingredients

  • 12 vanilla cupcakes
  • 8 ounces white fondant
  • red gel food coloring
  • yellow gel food coloring
  • cornstarch for rolling
  • 1 cup buttercream frosting
  • black decorating icing

Materials

  • 1 3-inch diameter circle cookie cutter
  • 1 1-inch diameter circle cookie cutter
  • 1 1/2-inch diameter circle cookie cutter
  • disposable piping bag

Instructions

  • In a bowl, place 6 ounces of the white fondant and add 3 drops red gel food coloring and 2 drops of yellow gel food coloring. Gently fold together until fondant is of even orange color to resemble Tigger’s face.
  • Sprinkle a clean work surface and a rolling pin with cornstarch. Using the rolling pin, roll the orange fondant to be about ¼ of an inch thick.
  • Using the largest cookie cutter, cut out 12 circles and place on a baking sheet lined with wax paper. 
  • Shape the remaining orange fondant into 24 small circles to resemble Tigger's ears. Set aside.
  • In another bowl, place 1 1/2 ounces of white fondant and add 2 drops of yellow gel food coloring. Gently fold together until fondant is evenly colored. Using a rolling pin, roll out the yellow fondant to about ¼ inch thick.
  • With the medium cookie cutter cut out 12 circles and with the smallest cookie cutter, cut out another 12 circles.
  • With the smallest cookie cutter, cut out a small portion off the middle-sized yellow fondant circle into a crescent shape.
  • In another bowl, place the remaining white fondant and add one drop of red gel food coloring. Gently fold until of even pink color. Roll out the pink fondant into 12 small spheres and flatten slightly to resemble Tigger’s nose.
  • To assemble Tigger’s face, brush water on the back of each piece and gently press onto the large orange circle to secure.
  • Using the black decorating frosting, draw eyes, eyebrows, and tiger stripes on the assembled face.
  • With a piping bag, frost each cupcake and carefully place fondant Tigger face on top.

Nutrition Information

Calories: 316kcal, Carbohydrates: 51g, Protein: 2g, Fat: 11g, Saturated Fat: 2g, Sodium: 212mg, Potassium: 53mg, Sugar: 39g, Vitamin A: 20IU, Vitamin C: 0.1mg, Calcium: 56mg, Iron: 0.7mg

“This website provides approximate nutrition information for convenience and as a courtesy only. Nutrition data is gathered primarily from the USDA Food Composition Database, whenever available, or otherwise other online calculators.”

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  1. Holly says

    Posted on 8/12/18 at 9:31 pm

    5 stars
    These little guys are so cute! Can’t wait to make them with my niece!

    Reply
    • Lalaine says

      Posted on 8/15/18 at 9:11 am

      She’ll love them for sure 🙂

      Reply
  2. Vanessa Vickery says

    Posted on 8/10/18 at 2:40 pm

    These look super cute!! Can’t wait to see the other ones that you have made.

    Reply
    • Lalaine says

      Posted on 8/17/18 at 5:36 am

      Thank you, Vanessa! Have Piglet coming soon 🙂

      Reply
  3. Wendy says

    Posted on 8/10/18 at 12:30 pm

    We’re also Disney obsessed, so these cut e little cupcakes are perfect! My kids will want to help out cutting the shapes and decorating them.

    Reply
    • Lalaine says

      Posted on 8/17/18 at 5:37 am

      The kids will definitely have so much fun helping you put Tigger together 🙂

      Reply
  4. Lis @ The Fare Sage says

    Posted on 8/10/18 at 2:00 am

    These cupcakes are just the cutest!! My daughter would love these for her upcoming birthday cake. She’s so excited to see the movie too 🙂

    Reply
  5. Jessie says

    Posted on 8/8/18 at 9:53 pm

    5 stars
    We LOVE all things Disney!!! These Tigger cupcakes are sooo cute! I am just worried that mine would not look as great as yours!

    Reply
    • Lalaine says

      Posted on 8/8/18 at 9:54 pm

      Half of the fun is making them, regardless how they turn out 🙂

      Reply
  6. Dawn - Girl Heart Food says

    Posted on 8/7/18 at 9:11 am

    5 stars
    These are adorable! My niece would so love these! Good timing, especially with the new Pooh movie out 🙂

    Reply
    • Lalaine says

      Posted on 8/7/18 at 11:47 am

      Thanks, Dawn! Yes, I am sure the kiddos will love these cupcakes. They’re so fun to eat!

      Reply

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