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Ghostly Cupcakes: An Amazing Ultimate Recipe for 12 Spooky Treats


  • Author: Olivia
  • Total Time: 18 minute

Ingredients

– 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
– 1 cup granulated sugar
– ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder (for chocolate cupcakes, optional)
– 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
– ½ teaspoon baking soda
– ¼ teaspoon salt
– 2 large eggs
– ½ cup vegetable oil
– 1 cup buttermilk
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– ½ teaspoon almond extract (optional)
– 2 cups powdered sugar (for frosting)
– ½ cup unsalted butter, softened (for frosting)
– 2-3 tablespoons milk (for frosting)
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for frosting)
– Black chocolate chips or edible eyes (for decoration)


Instructions

Follow these simple steps to create your Ghostly Cupcakes:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 12-cup cupcake pan with paper liners.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder (if using), baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well blended.
3. Combine Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk the eggs, vegetable oil, buttermilk, vanilla extract, and almond extract until smooth.
4. Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients. Stir until just combined; do not overmix.
5. Fill the Cupcake Liners: Pour the batter evenly into the prepared cupcake liners. Fill them about two-thirds full to allow for rising.
6. Bake: Place in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
7. Cool: Remove the cupcakes from the oven and let them cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
8. Prepare the Frosting: In a mixing bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract. Beat until smooth and fluffy.
9. Frost the Cupcakes: Once the cupcakes are completely cooled, frost each one generously with the buttercream frosting. Use a spatula or piping bag fitted with a round tip to create the ghostly shapes.
10. Add Eyes: Decorate each frosted cupcake with black chocolate chips or edible eyes to create the ghostly appearances.

Following these steps will lead you to beautifully spooky Ghostly Cupcakes that are sure to impress!

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20-25 minutes

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 12 cupcakes
  • Calories: 320 kcal
  • Fat: 15g
  • Protein: 4g