Luscious Halloween Spider Web Cupcakes
Luscious Halloween Spider Web Cupcakes are a whimsical and delicious treat perfect for any Halloween celebration. These moist chocolate cupcakes are topped with creamy frosting and adorned with an eye-catching spider web design, making them both fun to make and delightful to eat. With a rich flavor profile and playful presentation, they’re sure to impress both kids and adults alike at your next spooky gathering!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- ¾ cup whole milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- Black food coloring (optional)
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
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, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream butter and sugar until fluffy. Beat in eggs one at a time followed by vanilla.
- Gradually mix in dry ingredients alternating with milk until just combined.
- Fill liners two-thirds full with batter and bake for 18–20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool completely before frosting.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 45mg