17 A Recipe For Halloween Cupcakes They're Simply Irresistible!
Published on: Mar 6, 2024
Halloween is just around the corner, and what better way to celebrate than with delicious and spooky treats? These Halloween cupcakes are the perfect addition to any Halloween party or gathering. With a rich and moist chocolate base and a creamy vanilla frosting, these cupcakes are sure to be a hit with both kids and adults alike. Follow this simple recipe and get ready to impress your friends and family with these festive and tasty treats!
Main Ingredients: Devil S Food Cake Mix, Instant Chocolate Pudding Mix
Halloween is just around the corner, and what better way to celebrate than with some spooky and delicious cupcakes? Whether you're throwing a Halloween party or just looking for a fun and festive treat, these Halloween cupcake recipes are sure to impress. From classic ghost cupcakes to more unique options like gummy worm cupcakes, there's something for everyone on this list. So grab your apron and get ready to bake up some frightfully delicious treats!
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Pumpkin Cupcakes – Whats Eating Manchester Halloween...
Main Ingredients: Plain Flour, Cinnamon, Allspice, Ground Ginger, Ground
If you're a fan of pumpkin spice everything, then these pumpkin cupcakes are a must-try. Moist and flavorful, these cupcakes are the perfect balance of pumpkin and spice. Top them off with a generous swirl of cream cheese frosting and a sprinkle of cinnamon for the ultimate fall-inspired treat. These cupcakes are sure to be a hit at any Halloween gathering.
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Gummy Worm Halloween Cupcakes
Main Ingredients: Chocolate Cake Mix, Chocolate Frosting, Gummy Worms
For a fun and creepy twist on traditional cupcakes, try these gummy worm Halloween cupcakes. Start with your favorite chocolate cupcake recipe, and top with a generous layer of chocolate frosting. Then, stick gummy worms into the frosting, making it look like they are crawling out of the cupcake. It's a simple but effective way to make your cupcakes extra spooky.
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Halloween Cupcakes: Monster Cupcakes
Main Ingredients: Icing, Cupcakes, Buttercream Frosting, Food Coloring
If you have little ones at home, they will love these monster cupcakes. Start with your favorite vanilla cupcake recipe and top with a vibrant green frosting. Then, use candy eyes and colored frosting to create different monster faces on each cupcake. It's a fun and creative way to get the whole family involved in the Halloween baking fun!
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Halloween Cupcakes | Ghost Cupcakes
Main Ingredients: Unsalted Butter, Confectioners Sugar, Milk, Fondant
No Halloween party is complete without classic ghost cupcakes. These are a crowd-pleaser and easy to make. Simply bake your favorite cupcakes, frost with white frosting, and use black frosting to draw on the ghost's face. You can even add some chocolate chips for a spooky mouth. These cupcakes are a hit with kids and adults alike.
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Paleo Halloween Cupcakes
Main Ingredients: Cupcakes, Chocolate Frosting, Cupcake
For those following a paleo diet, don't worry – we've got you covered. These paleo Halloween cupcakes are just as delicious as their non-paleo counterparts. Made with almond flour, coconut sugar, and coconut milk, these cupcakes are a healthier option without sacrificing flavor. Top with a dairy-free frosting and some festive sprinkles for a guilt-free Halloween treat.
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Ghost Halloween Cupcakes
Main Ingredients: Boiling Water, Unsalted Butter, Sugar, Cocoa Powder
These ghost Halloween cupcakes are another fun and easy option for a spooky treat. Start with your favorite chocolate cupcake recipe and top with a layer of white frosting. Then, use a toothpick or skewer to create swirls in the frosting to resemble a ghost's body. Add candy eyes and mouth for the finishing touches. These cupcakes are sure to impress your guests!
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Mummy Halloween Cupcakes
Main Ingredients: Fudge Cake Mix, Instant Chocolate Fudge Pudding, Eggs
If you're feeling extra creative, try making these mummy Halloween cupcakes. Bake your favorite cupcakes and top with a layer of white frosting. Then, use white fondant to create strips of "bandages" to wrap around the cupcake. Use candy eyes and a black frosting pen to create the mummy's face. These cupcakes may take a bit more time, but the end result is worth it.
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Vampire Halloween Cupcakes
Main Ingredients: Flour, Sugar, Salt, Baking Soda, Cocoa, White Vinegar
For a more sophisticated option, try these vampire Halloween cupcakes. These red velvet cupcakes are a classic and are topped with a rich cream cheese frosting. Then, use black fondant to create vampire teeth and add some red food coloring to create "blood" dripping from the teeth. These cupcakes are perfect for a more mature Halloween gathering.
If you really want to spook your guests, these creepy Halloween cupcakes are the way to go. Start with your favorite cupcake and top with a layer of chocolate frosting. Then, use black fondant to create spiders, spiders' webs, or any other creepy crawlers you can think of. These cupcakes are sure to give your guests a fright!
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Easy Halloween Cupcakes
Main Ingredients: Chocolate Cake Mix, Unsalted Butter, Powdered Sugar
If you're short on time but still want to make a Halloween-inspired treat, these easy Halloween cupcakes are the way to go. Start with a boxed cake mix and follow the instructions to bake your cupcakes. Then, use colorful frosting and festive sprinkles to decorate your cupcakes. It's a simple but effective way to bring some Halloween spirit to your dessert table.
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Stuffed Halloween Cupcakes
Main Ingredients: Semi Sweet Chocolate, Coconut Oil, Coffee, Eggs
If you want to take your cupcakes to the next level, try making these stuffed Halloween cupcakes. Bake your favorite cupcakes and use a knife or apple corer to remove the center of the cupcake. Fill the hole with your choice of filling, such as chocolate ganache or cream cheese frosting. Then, top with a generous swirl of frosting and some Halloween-themed decorations. These cupcakes are sure to be a hit!
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Keto Halloween Cupcakes
Main Ingredients: Coconut Flour, Cocoa Powder, Butter, Sweetener, Large
For those following a keto diet, it can be tough to find delicious desserts that fit within your dietary restrictions. But fear not, these keto Halloween cupcakes are here to save the day. Made with almond flour and sugar-free sweetener, these cupcakes are low-carb and still taste amazing. Top with a sugar-free frosting and some spooky decorations for a guilt-free Halloween treat.
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Eyeball Halloween Cupcakes
Main Ingredients: White Cake Mix, Jell O, Eggs, Milk, Vegetable Oil
These eyeball Halloween cupcakes are another fun and easy option for a spooky treat. Start with your favorite chocolate cupcake recipe and top with a layer of white frosting. Then, use a round frosting tip to create a ball of frosting in the center of the cupcake. Add a candy eyeball on top for a creepy surprise when your guests take a bite.
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Funfetti Halloween Cupcakes
Main Ingredients: All Purpose Flour, Baking Powder, Baking Soda, Salt
If you're a fan of all things colorful and fun, these funfetti Halloween cupcakes are for you. Start with a vanilla cupcake and mix in some Halloween-colored sprinkles. Then, top with a swirl of colorful frosting and add more sprinkles on top for a festive touch. These cupcakes are sure to bring some fun and cheer to your Halloween celebration.
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Stamped Halloween Cupcakes
Main Ingredients: Butter, Granulated Sugar, Brown Sugar, Eggs, Vanilla
Looking for a more unique and creative way to decorate your cupcakes? Try these stamped Halloween cupcakes. Bake your favorite cupcakes and top with a layer of white fondant. Then, use Halloween-themed stamps to create designs on the fondant. It's a fun and simple way to add some personality to your cupcakes.
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Wicked Witch Halloween Cupcakes
Main Ingredients: Cupcakes, Oreo R Cookies, Ice Cream Cones, Baking
For a fun and witchy twist on traditional cupcakes, try these wicked witch Halloween cupcakes. Start with a chocolate cupcake and top with green frosting. Then, use black fondant to create a witch's hat and add a yellow fondant buckle. Stick a pretzel stick into the cupcake to act as the witch's broomstick. It's a fun and creative way to make your Halloween cupcakes stand out.
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Slime Eyeball Halloween Cupcakes
Main Ingredients: Flour, Sugar, Cocoa, Baking Soda, Baking Powder, Salt
If you want to gross out your guests with some slimy treats, these slime eyeball Halloween cupcakes are the way to go. Bake your favorite cupcakes and top with a layer of green frosting. Then, use a black frosting pen to draw on a creepy eye. Add some edible slime (green gel food coloring mixed with corn syrup) to the cupcake for a gross and delicious surprise when your guests take a bite.
Main Ingredients: Butter, Sugar, Flour, Eggs, Salt, Soda, Yellow Food
If you're looking for a fun and unique way to incorporate Halloween flavors into your cupcakes, try this orange Fanta Halloween cake recipe. Made with orange soda and orange gelatin, this cake is bursting with citrusy flavor. You can also use the batter to make cupcakes and top with a generous swirl of orange cream cheese frosting. It's a fun and festive treat for any Halloween celebration.
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Easy Halloween Cupcakes (Peanut Butter Cupcakes)
Main Ingredients: All Purpose Flour, Baking Powder, Kosher Salt, Unsalted
For all the peanut butter lovers out there, these easy Halloween cupcakes are a must-try. Made with a simple peanut butter cupcake recipe and topped with a chocolate peanut butter frosting, these cupcakes are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth. Add some festive Halloween sprinkles on top for a fun and colorful touch.
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Halloween Cupcakes
Main Ingredients: Devil S Food Cake Mix, Instant Chocolate Pudding Mix
Start the Halloween festivities off right with these delicious Halloween cupcakes. These mini treats are perfect for parties and are easy to make. Simply top them off with some spooky decorations like candy eyes or gummy worms for a fun and festive touch.
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Pumpkin Cupcakes – Whats Eating Manchester Halloween...
Main Ingredients: Plain Flour, Cinnamon, Allspice, Ground Ginger, Ground
Add a touch of fall to your Halloween celebration with these pumpkin cupcakes. These moist and flavorful cupcakes are topped with a rich cream cheese frosting and are sure to be a hit with both kids and adults.
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Gummy Worm Halloween Cupcakes
Main Ingredients: Chocolate Cake Mix, Chocolate Frosting, Gummy Worms
Get your guests in the Halloween spirit with these gummy worm cupcakes. These chocolate cupcakes are filled with a surprise gummy worm center and topped with a spooky green frosting. They're the perfect combination of creepy and delicious.
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Halloween Cupcakes: Monster Cupcakes
Main Ingredients: Icing, Cupcakes, Buttercream Frosting, Food Coloring
These monster cupcakes are sure to be a hit with kids of all ages. With their bright colors and silly faces, they're almost too cute to eat. But once you take a bite, you'll be hooked on the delicious vanilla cake and creamy buttercream frosting.
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Halloween Cupcakes | Ghost Cupcakes
Main Ingredients: Unsalted Butter, Confectioners Sugar, Milk, Fondant
Add some ghostly fun to your Halloween celebration with these ghost cupcakes. These chocolate cupcakes are topped with a fluffy marshmallow frosting and decorated with chocolate chips for the eyes. They're a spooky and tasty treat.
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Paleo Halloween Cupcakes
Main Ingredients: Cupcakes, Chocolate Frosting, Cupcake
For those following a paleo diet, these cupcakes are the perfect Halloween treat. Made with almond flour and sweetened with honey, these cupcakes are a healthier alternative to traditional Halloween treats. Plus, they're topped with a delicious maple cream cheese frosting.
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Mummy Halloween Cupcakes
Main Ingredients: Fudge Cake Mix, Instant Chocolate Fudge Pudding, Eggs
These mummy cupcakes are both adorable and delicious. The vanilla cupcakes are topped with a creamy vanilla frosting and decorated with strips of fondant to resemble a mummy's bandages. Add some candy eyes for a spooky touch.
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Ghost Halloween Cupcakes
Main Ingredients: Boiling Water, Unsalted Butter, Sugar, Cocoa Powder
These ghost cupcakes are another fun and easy Halloween treat. The chocolate cupcakes are topped with a silky chocolate frosting and decorated with ghost-shaped marshmallows. These cupcakes are sure to be a hit with kids and adults alike.
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Vampire Halloween Cupcakes
Main Ingredients: Flour, Sugar, Salt, Baking Soda, Cocoa, White Vinegar
Sink your teeth into these vampire cupcakes! These red velvet cupcakes are topped with a rich cream cheese frosting and decorated with vampire fangs made from white chocolate. They're a delicious and spooky addition to any Halloween party.
If you're looking to really spook your guests, these creepy cupcakes are the way to go. The chocolate cupcakes are filled with a raspberry filling that oozes out like blood when you take a bite. Top them off with a creepy spider made from black licorice for a truly scary treat.
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Easy Halloween Cupcakes
Main Ingredients: Chocolate Cake Mix, Unsalted Butter, Powdered Sugar
Short on time but still want to impress your guests? These easy Halloween cupcakes are the perfect solution. Simply use a box cake mix and canned frosting, and add some festive decorations like candy corn or sprinkles for a quick and easy treat.
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Stuffed Halloween Cupcakes
Main Ingredients: Semi Sweet Chocolate, Coconut Oil, Coffee, Eggs
Take your cupcakes to the next level with these stuffed Halloween cupcakes. These chocolate cupcakes are filled with a delicious pumpkin cream cheese filling and topped with a creamy vanilla frosting. They're sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
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Keto Halloween Cupcakes
Main Ingredients: Coconut Flour, Cocoa Powder, Butter, Sweetener, Large
For those following a keto diet, these cupcakes are a must-try for Halloween. Made with almond flour and sweetened with erythritol, these cupcakes are low-carb and sugar-free, but still packed with flavor. Top them off with a rich chocolate frosting for a decadent treat.
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Eyeball Halloween Cupcakes
Main Ingredients: White Cake Mix, Jell O, Eggs, Milk, Vegetable Oil
These eyeball cupcakes will definitely be a conversation starter at your Halloween party. The vanilla cupcakes are topped with a cream cheese frosting and decorated with spooky eyeball candies. They're a fun and delicious twist on traditional cupcakes.
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Funfetti Halloween Cupcakes
Main Ingredients: All Purpose Flour, Baking Powder, Baking Soda, Salt
Who says Halloween can't be fun and colorful? These funfetti cupcakes are perfect for a Halloween celebration. The vanilla cupcakes are filled with colorful sprinkles and topped with a creamy vanilla frosting. Add some festive Halloween sprinkles for an extra touch of fun.
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Stamped Halloween Cupcakes
Main Ingredients: Butter, Granulated Sugar, Brown Sugar, Eggs, Vanilla
Get creative with these stamped Halloween cupcakes. The vanilla cupcakes are topped with a smooth buttercream frosting and decorated with spooky stamped designs using food coloring. These cupcakes are sure to impress your guests with their unique and intricate designs.
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Wicked Witch Halloween Cupcakes
Main Ingredients: Cupcakes, Oreo R Cookies, Ice Cream Cones, Baking
Bring some wickedness to your Halloween celebration with these witch cupcakes. The dark chocolate cupcakes are topped with a green buttercream frosting and decorated with a witch's hat and broom made from candy. These cupcakes are wickedly delicious.
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Slime Eyeball Halloween Cupcakes
Main Ingredients: Flour, Sugar, Cocoa, Baking Soda, Baking Powder, Salt
These slime eyeball cupcakes are perfect for a Halloween party. The chocolate cupcakes are topped with a bright green slime frosting and decorated with creepy eyeball candies. They're a gross and delicious treat that will have your guests coming back for more.
Main Ingredients: Butter, Sugar, Flour, Eggs, Salt, Soda, Yellow Food
Add some Halloween spirit to your dessert table with this orange Fanta cake and cupcakes. The cake is made with orange soda for a fun and unique flavor, and the cupcakes are topped with a creamy orange buttercream frosting. They're a colorful and tasty addition to any Halloween celebration.
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Halloween Cupcakes 3 Ways
Main Ingredients: Sugar, All Purpose Flour, Baking Powder, Kosher Salt
Can't decide which Halloween cupcakes to make? Why not make all three of these delicious options! These chocolate, vanilla, and red velvet cupcakes are all topped with a rich cream cheese frosting and decorated with festive Halloween sprinkles. With this variety, there's sure to be something for everyone at your Halloween party.
Ingredients:
For the cupcakes:
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
½ teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
½ cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup milk
Orange food coloring
Black sprinkles
For the vanilla frosting:
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
3 cups confectioners' sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2-3 tablespoons heavy cream
Pumpkin-shaped candies
Instructions:
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
In a separate bowl, cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. Add in the eggs, one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.
Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk. Mix until well combined.
Add a few drops of orange food coloring to the batter and mix until the desired color is achieved.
Fill cupcake liners about ¾ full with the batter and bake in a preheated 350°F oven for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let cool completely before frosting.
To make the frosting, beat the butter in a mixing bowl until smooth. Gradually add in the confectioners' sugar, followed by the vanilla extract and heavy cream. Mix until light and fluffy.
Using a piping bag, pipe the frosting onto the cooled cupcakes in a circular motion, creating a swirl effect.
Sprinkle black sprinkles on top of the frosting and place a pumpkin-shaped candy in the center for decoration.
Enjoy your spooky and delicious Halloween cupcakes!
These Halloween cupcakes are not only delicious, but they also make for a great activity to do with kids. Let them help with the decorating by adding the sprinkles and candies on top. You can also get creative and add other Halloween-themed decorations like edible eyeballs or gummy worms. These cupcakes are sure to be a hit at any Halloween party or even as a fun treat to enjoy at home. So get your apron on and start baking these scrumptious Halloween treats today!
