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Skeleton Cupcakes

Delicious Skeleton Cupcakes for a Spooky Halloween Treat

Create delightful and spooky Skeleton Cupcakes with rich chocolate flavor for an unforgettable Halloween celebration.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cupcakes
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour Substitute with gluten-free flour for a gluten-free version
  • 1 cup granulated sugar Can replace with a sugar substitute to reduce calories
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder Use Dutch-process cocoa for a deeper taste
  • 1 tbsp baking powder Ensure it's fresh for best results
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt Balances sweetness
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter Or margarine
  • 2 large eggs Swap with flaxseed meal for vegan options
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup milk Substitute with almond milk for dairy-free options
For the Frosting
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream Half-and-half works if cream isn’t available
  • 1 tbsp black food coloring Adjust for desired shade
For Decoration
  • 12 pieces candy eyes
  • 12 pieces chocolate bones or pretzel sticks
  • 1 tbsp red gel food coloring Optional for a bloody effect

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • cupcake tin
  • Piping bag

Method
 

Baking Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until combined.
  3. In a separate bowl, beat together butter, eggs, vanilla, and milk until creamy.
  4. Gradually pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients, folding until just combined.
  5. Line a cupcake tin with paper liners and fill each about two-thirds full with batter.
  6. Bake for approximately 20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Cool the cupcakes on a wire rack for 5 minutes before removing them from the tin.
  8. Beat softened butter, then gradually add powdered sugar, cream, and black food coloring until smooth.
  9. Frost the cooled cupcakes with the black frosting.
  10. Decorate with candy eyes, chocolate bones, and drizzle red gel for effect.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupcakeCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 3gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure butter is softened to room temperature for easier mixing. Allow cupcakes to cool completely before frosting to prevent melting.

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