Halloween Cupcakes: Fun Dessert Recipes for Spooky Nights
Spook up your dessert table with these fun and festive Halloween cupcakes. They're easy, creative, and perfect for holiday parties.
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Ingredients
- 1 and 3/4 cups (220g) all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup (120ml) sour cream
- 1/2 cup (120ml) whole milk
- Buttercream frosting (store-bought or homemade)
- Assorted Halloween-themed candies, sprinkles, and decorations
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (177°C) and line a 12-count muffin pan with cupcake liners.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- In a large bowl, beat the butter and sugar together until creamy. Add eggs and vanilla; beat until combined.
- Mix in the sour cream, then add the dry ingredients and milk alternately, beginning and ending with dry ingredients.
- Divide batter evenly among cupcake liners and bake for 18–20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool completely before decorating with frosting and Halloween-themed toppings.