Fudgy Reindeer Cupcakes
Fudgy Reindeer Cupcakes are the perfect holiday treat, combining rich chocolate cake with creamy frosting and whimsical decorations. These adorable cupcakes bring festive cheer to any gathering, delighting both kids and adults alike. With simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you can create these charming confections that are sure to impress your family and friends.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 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
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup chocolate frosting (store-bought or homemade)
- Pretzel sticks (for antlers)
- Candy eyes (for decoration)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake tray with festive liners.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, and salt until combined.
- In another bowl, mix eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until smooth. Gradually incorporate this mixture into the dry ingredients; stir gently until just combined.
- Spoon the batter into cupcake liners until two-thirds full. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow to cool completely before generously frosting each cupcake with chocolate frosting. Add pretzel antlers and candy eyes to complete the reindeer look.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (85g)
- Calories: 305
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 45mg