8 Hauntingly Delicious Halloween Treats Community Blogs from blogs.tallahassee.com
Introduction
Halloween is a time for spooky decorations, trick-or-treating, and of course, delicious treats! Whether you're hosting a Halloween party or just want to enjoy some festive snacks, this recipe is perfect for the occasion. In this article, we will be sharing a recipe for Halloween-themed cupcakes that are easy to make and guaranteed to impress your guests.
Ingredients
For the cupcakes, you will need: - 1 and 1/2 cups all-purpose flour - 1 teaspoon baking powder - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda - 1/4 teaspoon salt - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature - 1 cup granulated sugar - 2 large eggs, at room temperature - 2 teaspoons vanilla extract - 1/2 cup whole milk For the frosting, you will need: - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature - 2 cups powdered sugar - 1/4 cup heavy cream - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract - Orange food coloring For the decorations, you will need: - Chocolate chips - Candy corn - Halloween-themed sprinkles
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners. 2. In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. 3. In a separate large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. 4. Add the eggs and vanilla extract to the butter-sugar mixture and mix until well combined. 5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk, and mix until just combined. 6. Fill the cupcake liners about 2/3 full with the batter and bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. 7. Let the cupcakes cool completely before frosting. To make the frosting: 1. In a large bowl, beat the butter until creamy. 2. Gradually add the powdered sugar, heavy cream, and vanilla extract to the butter and beat until smooth and creamy. 3. Add orange food coloring to the frosting until you reach your desired shade. To decorate the cupcakes: 1. Use a piping bag or a knife to frost the cupcakes with the orange frosting. 2. Place two chocolate chips on each cupcake to make "eyes". 3. Add a piece of candy corn between the two chocolate chips to make a "nose". 4. Sprinkle Halloween-themed sprinkles on top of the cupcakes.
Nutrition
While these Halloween cupcakes are certainly delicious, they are also quite indulgent. Each cupcake contains approximately 300 calories, 14 grams of fat, and 40 grams of carbohydrates. If you're watching your calorie intake, you may want to limit yourself to just one or two cupcakes.
Conclusion
These Halloween-themed cupcakes are the perfect treat for any spooky celebration. With their festive decorations and delicious flavors, they are sure to be a hit with kids and adults alike. Plus, with their easy-to-follow recipe, you can whip up a batch in no time! So go ahead and indulge in some Halloween magic with these delicious cupcakes.
