Description
Vampire Cupcakes are the ultimate Halloween treat that combines a rich chocolate cupcake with a creamy frosting, finished off with a spooky red drizzle. These delightful confections are perfect for parties or any occasion where you want to add a touch of fun and fright. Whether you’re a baking novice or an experienced chef, this easy recipe will have everyone clamoring for seconds. Indulge in the sweet nostalgia of Halloween with each bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 cup whole milk (or almond/oat milk)
- ½ cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- Red gel food coloring
- 1 batch cream cheese frosting
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with paper liners.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and sugar.
- In another bowl, beat eggs, milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Gradually combine the dry ingredients with the wet mixture; mix gently to avoid overmixing.
- Fill cupcake liners two-thirds full and bake for 18-20 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool in the pan for five minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Once cool, frost with cream cheese frosting and drizzle with red gel food coloring.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (75g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 45mg