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Halloween Cupcakes Recipe

Spooky and fun cupcakes perfect for Halloween!
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Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Calories: 300 kcal

Ingredients 

Cupcake Ingredients

  • 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
  • 1 cup Granulated sugar
  • 0.5 cup Unsalted butter softened
  • 2 large Eggs
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
  • 0.5 cup Milk
  • 1.5 teaspoon Baking powder
  • 0.25 teaspoon Salt

Frosting Ingredients

  • 1 cup Unsalted butter softened
  • 3 cups Powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoon Milk
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
  • as needed Food coloring optional

Instructions 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake tin with paper liners.
  2. In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk, beginning and ending with the flour mixture.
  5. Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners, filling each about ⅔ full.
  6. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow to cool completely before frosting.
  7. For the frosting, beat the butter until creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar, beating until smooth. Add the milk and vanilla extract, and beat until fluffy. If desired, add food coloring and mix well.
  8. Frost the cooled cupcakes and decorate as desired.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 300kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 50mg | Sodium: 150mg | Potassium: 50mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 30g | Vitamin A: 300IU | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 1mg

Keywords

Cupcakes, Halloween
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