Creating Candy Ghost Halloween Cupcakes can be a fun and satisfying process. Follow these simple steps to make your treat:

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a cupcake pan with paper liners.

2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.

3. Cream Butter and Sugar: In another bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy.

4. Add Eggs and Vanilla: Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract.

5. Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk. Mix until just combined and smooth.

6. Fill Cupcake Liners: Spoon the batter into the prepared cupcake liners, filling each about two-thirds full.

7. Bake Cupcakes: Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

8. Cool Cupcakes: Remove the cupcakes from the oven and allow them to cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

9. Prepare Frosting: While the cupcakes cool, beat the softened butter in a large bowl until creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing well. Pour in the heavy cream and vanilla extract, beating until fluffy.

10. Frost the Cupcakes: Once the cupcakes are completely cool, use a piping bag or a knife to frost the cupcakes with the fluffy buttercream.

11. Decorate with Candy: Place two candy eyes on each frosted cupcake to create your ghostly face. For added fun, consider layering mini marshmallows on top to give your ghosts some extra fluffiness.