Skeleton Cupcakes for Halloween
Skeleton Cupcakes for Halloween are a festive delight that combines rich chocolate flavor with whimsical decorations. These moist chocolate cupcakes, topped with creamy white frosting and playful skeleton designs, make the perfect treat for Halloween parties or gatherings. Easy to prepare and fun for the whole family, these spooky treats are sure to enchant both kids and adults alike.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 12 servings 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
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup white frosting (store-bought or homemade)
- edible decorations (candy eyes, skeleton sprinkles)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix eggs, sugar, milk, oil, and vanilla until smooth.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients; stir gently until just combined.
- Fill cupcake liners two-thirds full with batter. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow cupcakes to cool completely before frosting with white icing and decorating with candy eyes and skeleton sprinkles.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (75g)
- Calories: 275
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg