Monster Mashup Cupcakes
Monster Mashup Cupcakes are a delightful combination of rich chocolate and creamy vanilla flavors, perfect for Halloween or any festive celebration. Topped with vibrant, colorful frosting and playful monster decorations, these cupcakes are not only a treat for the taste buds but also a feast for the eyes. Easy to make and fun to decorate, they will impress guests of all ages and add a whimsical touch to your dessert table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- Gel food coloring (various colors)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla until well combined.
- Gradually mix the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until just combined.
- Fill cupcake liners two-thirds full and bake for 18–20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool completely.
- For frosting, whip softened butter until creamy; gradually add powdered sugar until desired sweetness is reached. Divide into bowls and tint with gel food coloring.
- Frost cooled cupcakes with colorful frosting and decorate as desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (70g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 17g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg