Description
Fun and festive Easy Halloween Cupcakes are the perfect treat for spooky celebrations! These moist chocolate cupcakes, topped with creamy frosting and decorated with Halloween-themed sprinkles, are a must-have for any Halloween party. Easy to make and customizable, they’re sure to be a hit with kids and adults alike.
Ingredients
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup cocoa powder
1 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1/2 cup milk
2 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/2 cup boiling water
Frosting of choice (vanilla, chocolate, or buttercream)
Halloween-themed sprinkles or candy for decoration
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with paper liners.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Add the vegetable oil, milk, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
- Stir in the boiling water slowly until well combined (the batter will be thin).
- Pour the batter into cupcake liners, filling each about 2/3 full.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the cupcakes cool completely before frosting.
- Frost and decorate with Halloween-themed sprinkles or candy.
Notes
The batter will be thin after adding boiling water, but this ensures the cupcakes will be moist.
Allow the cupcakes to cool completely before frosting to avoid melting the frosting.
Get creative with the decorations by using candy eyes, gummy worms, or other spooky treats.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Halloween Treats
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12 cupcakes
- Calories: 280 kcal
Keywords: Easy Halloween Cupcakes, Halloween dessert, spooky cupcakes, festive cupcakes, chocolate cupcakes, Halloween party cupcakes, Halloween treats for kids, fun Halloween recipes.