Gather all your ingredients and ensure your working space is clean and all ingredients are at room temperature.

Have your baking tools ready, including piping bags, cookie cutters, and a clean work surface.

In a bowl, combine egg whites, powdered sugar, and lemon juice. Mix until stiff peaks form.

Color portions of the icing with food coloring for decorating.

Roll out the fondant into thin sheets and use cookie cutters to make festive shapes.

Use edible glitter or food-safe paint for an eye-catching finish and allow the shapes to dry completely.

Melt chocolate chips or melts in a microwave-safe bowl and stir until smooth.

Pipe the melted chocolate into festive shapes on parchment paper and let it cool and harden.

Using the royal icing, stick your fondant shapes to a cupcake.

Place chocolate decorations carefully on top to create a beautiful layered effect.

Sprinkle edible glitter or festive sprinkles on top for an extra flair.

Give the assembled cupcake toppers time to dry for a couple of hours at room temperature.

Store assembled cupcakes in an airtight container in a cool place.

Present your beautiful cupcakes to family and friends and enjoy the festive creations.