Halloween Monster Cupcakes
Indulge in the spooky fun of Halloween Monster Cupcakes, where moist chocolate treats meet vibrant green buttercream frosting. These whimsical cupcakes, adorned with playful googly eyes, are perfect for festive gatherings or just to brighten your day. Easy to make and utterly delightful, they’re guaranteed to bring smiles and laughter to both kids and adults alike!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 12 cupcakes 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Green gel food coloring (to preference)
- Googly eyes (candy)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat eggs and softened butter until smooth. Mix in milk and vanilla extract.
- Gradually combine wet and dry ingredients until just mixed.
- Fill the muffin liners two-thirds full with batter and bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool completely before frosting. Beat softened butter with powdered sugar and green food coloring until fluffy; frost the cooled cupcakes and decorate with googly eyes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (60g)
- Calories: 234
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 170mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: For added flavor, substitute vanilla extract with almond extract. Decorate with additional toppings like candy corn or sprinkles for extra fun! Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days or freeze for up to three months.