Halloween Cauldron Cupcakes
Halloween Cauldron Cupcakes are a spooky yet delightful treat that will enchant both kids and adults alike. These rich chocolate cupcakes, crowned with vibrant green frosting and whimsical candy eyes, are perfect for Halloween parties or as festive gifts for trick-or-treaters. With simple ingredients and easy preparation steps, you can whip up these magical creations in no time, making them a must-have for your Halloween celebrations!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 12 cupcakes 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Green frosting (store-bought or homemade)
- Candy eyes (for decoration)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with liners.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and sugar until combined.
- In another bowl, mix eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined.
- Divide the batter into cupcake liners, filling them about two-thirds full. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool the cupcakes in the pan for five minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
- Once cooled, pipe green frosting on top and decorate with candy eyes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (80g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: - For added fun, experiment with flavored cake mixes like pumpkin spice or red velvet. - Incorporate colorful sprinkles or edible glitter for extra festive flair!