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Easy Halloween Cupcakes


  • Author: oliviabennett
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Spooktacularly delicious Halloween cupcakes that are easy to make and perfect for festive gatherings.


Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp baking soda
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 2 large eggs
  • ½ cup milk
  • 1/3 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Colored frosting (orange, purple, and green)
  • Halloween-themed sprinkles and candy decorations

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Line a muffin tin with Halloween-themed cupcake liners.
  3. Whisk together dry ingredients: flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  4. Whisk together wet ingredients: eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  5. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
  6. Fill each cupcake liner about two-thirds full.
  7. Bake for about 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Allow cooling in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. Frost the cooled cupcakes with creative colored frosting.
  10. Decorate with Halloween-themed sprinkles and candy.

Notes

Feel free to explore variations such as pumpkin spice or vegan options for a different flavor experience.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cupcake
  • Calories: 200
  • Sugar: 15g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg

Keywords: Halloween, cupcakes, baking, desserts, festive treats