This method is great for making candy-filled cupcakes.

Don’t push the blade too deep into the cupcake, otherwise the frosting will come out the bottom. If you don’t have a paring knife, you can use a teaspoon instead. [6] X Research source

To make candy-filled cupcakes, make the hole about 1 inch (2. 54 centimeters) deep. [8] X Research source You can also use a cupcake corer to make a hole in the cupcake.

You can also eat the pointed part or save it to make cake pops.

Do not fill the hole more than halfway, otherwise the filling will leak out in the next step. To make candy-filled cupcakes, fill the hole with 1 teaspoon of sprinkles. Try to use a variety of different shapes, sizes, and colors. [11] X Research source

This method is recommended for chocolate and jam fillings. It is not recommended for frosting, pudding, or cream fillings.

This amount is for standard-sized cupcakes. If you are making mini cupcakes, try ½ teaspoon instead.

Do not frost the cupcakes while they are still warm, or the frosting will melt.