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Halloween Bat Cupcakes

Halloween Bat Cupcakes That Will Fly Off Your Table

Delightful Halloween Bat Cupcakes that are easy to make and perfect for all skill levels.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Cupcake Base
  • 1 cup All-purpose flour Use gluten-free flour for a gluten-free version.
  • 1 cup Granulated sugar Coconut sugar can be used as a substitute.
  • 1 tbsp Baking powder Ensure it's fresh.
  • 1/2 tsp Salt Enhances sweetness.
  • 1/3 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder Opt for Dutch-processed for deeper taste.
  • 2 large Eggs Substitute with flaxseed for a vegan option.
  • 1 cup Milk Almond milk can be used for a dairy-free option.
  • 1/2 cup Vegetable oil Melted coconut oil can be an alternative.
Frosting
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted butter Try vegan butter for a dairy-free version.
  • 3 cups Powdered sugar Adjust quantity for preferred sweetness.
  • 1/4 cup Heavy cream Coconut cream can be used for dairy-free.
  • 1 tsp Vanilla extract Fresh vanilla bean can enhance flavor.
  • 1 tbsp Black food coloring Consider natural alternatives if preferred.
Decorations
  • 12 pcs Chocolate bat decorations Candy eyes can be an alternative.
  • 1 cup Decorative sprinkles Edible glitter for a magical touch.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Cupcake tin
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • piping bag

Method
 

Cupcake Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake tin with liners. Whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and cocoa powder in a bowl.
  2. In another bowl, mix eggs, milk and oil. Gradually combine wet ingredients with dry ingredients, stirring gently until just blended.
  3. Spoon batter into cupcake liners, filling them two-thirds full. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick comes clean. Cool for 5 minutes in the tin, then transfer to a wire rack.
Frosting Preparation
  1. Prepare frosting by beating butter and powdered sugar until fluffy. Gradually add cream and vanilla, beating until smooth. Mix in food coloring until desired hue is achieved.
Cupcake Decoration
  1. Frost cooled cupcakes generously with black frosting, creating swirls for decoration. Top with bat decorations and sprinkles.
Serving
  1. Display cupcakes on a platter and enjoy! Best served fresh, but can be stored in an airtight container for a few days.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupcakeCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Ensure cupcakes cool completely before frosting to maintain shape.

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