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Halloween treats

Spooky Halloween Chocolate Cupcakes

Deliciously moist chocolate cupcakes decorated with spooky themed frosting and toppings, perfect for Halloween parties.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 0.75 cup granulated sugar
  • 0.5 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 baking powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 large egg
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a muffin tin with paper liners.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Add vegetable oil, eggs, buttermilk, and vanilla extract to dry ingredients. Mix until smooth.
  4. Divide batter evenly into the prepared muffin cups, filling each about 2/3 full.
  5. Bake for 20-25 minutes until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  6. Allow cupcakes to cool completely before decorating with spooky frosting and toppings.

Nutrition

Serving: 200gCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 120gProtein: 120gFat: 120gSaturated Fat: 120gPolyunsaturated Fat: 120gMonounsaturated Fat: 120gTrans Fat: 120gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 120gSugar: 120gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 120mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 120mg

Notes

These cupcakes can be decorated with orange and black icing, candy eyes, or edible glitter for a festive Halloween look.
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