Ghoulishly Good Vampire Cupcakes
Delight your guests this Halloween with these Ghoulishly Good Vampire Cupcakes! Bursting with rich chocolate flavor and topped with vibrant red frosting that mimics dripping blood, these treats are perfect for any spooky gathering. Easy to make and visually stunning, they’ll be the highlight of your party. Get ready to impress everyone with these enchanting cupcakes that combine delicious taste and festive flair.
- 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 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1/2 cup whole milk (or plant-based milk)
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil
- Red gel food coloring (as needed)
- 1 cup buttercream frosting
Instructions
- 1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake tray with paper liners.
- 2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and sugar.
- 3. In a separate bowl, beat eggs, milk, and vegetable oil until smooth. Gradually mix into dry ingredients until combined.
- 4. Fill each cupcake liner about two-thirds full with batter. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- 5. Cool in the pan for five minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- 6. Prepare buttercream frosting by mixing butter and powdered sugar until fluffy, then add red gel food coloring to achieve the desired color before piping onto cooled cupcakes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg