Description
Spooky Red Velvet Halloween Cupcakes are a delightful treat that combines rich flavors and festive fun. With their striking red hue and creamy cream cheese frosting, these cupcakes are perfect for Halloween gatherings or any occasion that calls for a little indulgence. Easy to make, they deliver a moist, chocolatey bite with a hint of tanginess from buttermilk, making them a favorite among kids and adults alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp cocoa powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tbsp red food coloring
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- For the Cream Cheese Frosting: 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Milk or cream (as needed for consistency)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In one bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, combine vegetable oil and sugar until mixed. Add eggs one at a time, then stir in buttermilk, red food coloring, and vanilla.
- Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Fill cupcake liners about two-thirds full and bake for 18-22 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow cupcakes to cool completely before frosting with cream cheese mixture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (75g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 26g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 55mg