Thomas the Train Cupcakes
Any Thomas the Train fans hanging out? Today I’m going to share some Thomas the Train cupcakes with you!
These are pretty easy to put together and very neat looking! My youngest little boy is suddenly obsessed with all things tractor and trains. He saw me editing these pics today and he just started squealing… he’s so cute!!
So let me share a few details so you can make these too!
The “Thomas” and “James” cupcakes were identical except for the red and blue.
I used 5 different round cutters (and these mini cutters) to make all the pieces and put them together with sugar glue. I also used my ribbon cutter and pastry cutter to cut the little strips for the top.
To do the imprints on the train faces, I used the half circle end of the Jem Tool #12 veiner. Then I used a black food marker for the eyes.
For the train tracks, I rolled out a big piece of brown fondant, then I used a wood grain mat to give it texture. I cut all the strips with my ribbon cutter and just glued the pieces together with sugar glue. They were really easy!
I made all of the cupcake toppers 3-4 days ahead so that they would dry and harden – I wanted them to hold their flat shape when laying on the buttercream and not wilt or sag.
These were all vanilla cupcakes with vanilla buttercream. The red, black and brown fondant was Satin Ice. Everything else was homemade marshmallow fondant.
I also made some train cookies to go with these cupcakes and I’ll try to get those posted tomorrow!
And that’s it! Do you have any questions about making these cupcake toppers? I love to hear from readers and answer questions, so please leave a comment!
More Boy Cakes…
- Cowboy Cake and Smash Cakes
- How to Make Cowboy Hat Cupcake Toppers
- Airplane Cake
- Monster Jam Cake and Smash Cake
- Jungle 1st Birthday Cake & Smash Cake
- How to Carve a Pirate Ship Cake
- Dirt Bike Racing Cake
- How to Make Easy Baseball and Football Cupcake Toppers
- Shrek Birthday Cake
I love these! Now if the occasion arises, I can make a Thomas cake (or cupcakes) with confidence! Thanks for the tip on how you made their faces with the Jem tool!
Thanks Susan! They were a little time-consuming because of all the little pieces, but so easy and fun!
My daughter squealed with excitement when she saw these cupcakes. She loves everything cars, trains, and princess. Odd assortment..maybe. I had a question about the fondant. Every time i make the fondant it comes out great, but a little thick so i need to figure out the consistency. My problem with it, is that after it sits at room temperature for a couple minutes it starts to get really sticky. I thought maybe its because i haven’t worked with it enough. I get it on the cake with little to no problem other than being too thick. After it sits it gets even stickier. Any tips on how to stop the sticky without having to refrigerate the cake the whole time. My filling and cake do not need to be refrigerated and we rather a non cold cake. Thanks for the help!
Catherine from LA
You should never refrigerate it at all!! That’s why it gets sticky! I wrap mine up in 2-3 layers of plastic wrap and leave it at room temp all the time!
Oh I had no idea!! Now I know!! I have only worked with fondant 3 times! My cakes come out pretty good. I LOVE to bake and would love to start a business, but I don’t know anyone and only make cakes for families. I don’t get much experience because my husband has me on a one cake a month hold unless its for family or someone!
Thank You so much!!
I am going to try and make this for my daughters second birthday: http://cakejournal.com/tutorials/how-to-make-a-castle-cake-part-1/
A little adventurous and out of my league, but I am up for the challenge!!!
What thickness do you roll your fondant for cupcake toppers? I did some for a princess party a while ago and I think they were too thick.
Maybe 3mm? I’ve never really measured, but that’s my best guess just looking at a ruler.
Dear Rose,
I’m one of your silent readers…mainly because I read your posts on my email, and don’t leave a comment- but wanted to say this. Thank you for your generosity in sharing your skill.
I think your savoury recipes are an interesting change from the cake tutorials you post, and an insight into the thought you put into making food for your family. So keep them coming.
Best,
Radhika
Thanks so much for ralways reading and for your input today Radhika! xx
Thanks so much! Love this post – and the Jem tip advice was invaluable! I wanted to know how to pipe the icing under the fondant disc – and whether to let it cool in the fridge for a bit (take it out before crusting) before attaching the topper?
I usually pipe the frosting on and add the topper before it crusts.
What wonderful cupcakes! My son loved Thomas the Tank Engine when he was little. Pinned. Visiting from Foodie Friday. Would love for you to share these sweet cupcakes with my Hearth and Soul Link Party, live on my site now, if you have time!