Description
Monster Cupcakes are a delightful fusion of fun and flavor that will enchant both kids and adults. These colorful treats, adorned with playful frosting and quirky decorations, are perfect for Halloween parties, birthdays, or simply to brighten up your day. With a fluffy texture complemented by a delicious chocolate-vanilla taste, these whimsical cupcakes promise joy at any gathering. Unleash your creativity as you decorate them with vibrant colors and unique toppings!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- Food coloring (various colors)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and sugar until blended.
- In another bowl, combine the eggs, milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract; mix until smooth.
- Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir gently until combined; avoid overmixing.
- Fill each cupcake liner about two-thirds full with batter and bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- While cooling, prepare the frosting by beating softened butter with powdered sugar until creamy; add food coloring to achieve desired shades.
- Once cooled, frost each cupcake generously and decorate as desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg