Halloween Vampire Bite Cupcakes
Delicious chocolate cupcakes with a spooky raspberry jam surprise center, perfect for Halloween celebrations.
Ingredients
Cupcake Batter
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour A baking essential for structure.
- 1 cup granulated sugar Essential for sweetness.
- 0.5 cups unsweetened cocoa powder Don't substitute with sweetened cocoa.
- 1 tsp baking powder Leavening agent for fluffy cupcakes.
- 0.5 tsp baking soda Provides extra lift.
- 0.25 tsp salt Balances sweetness.
- 0.5 cups unsalted butter, softened Makes the cake moist.
- 2 large eggs Helps hold the batter together.
- 2 tsp vanilla extract Adds depth to flavor.
- 1 cup milk Keeps the cupcakes moist.
Filling and Toppings
- 1 cup raspberry jam The gooey center that gives the 'bite'.
- Buttercream frosting For decoration—store-bought is fine.
- Red food coloring Optional, for a vampire vibe.
- Chocolate pieces To resemble vampire bite effects.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with liners.
- In a large bowl, mix together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Add softened butter, eggs, vanilla extract, and milk to the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
Baking
- Fill the cupcake liners about 2/3 full with batter and bake for 18-20 minutes.
- After baking, allow the cupcakes to cool for 20-30 minutes.
Decoration
- Using a small knife, create a cone-shaped cutout in the center of each cupcake.
- Fill each hole with raspberry jam.
- Frost the cupcakes with buttercream frosting and add chocolate pieces to resemble vampire bites.
- Drizzle with red food coloring if desired.
Notes
Make sure all ingredients are at room temperature. Don't overmix your batter. Feel free to experiment with toppings!
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20g
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