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Monster Cupcakes

Deliciously Spooky Monster Cupcakes That Wow Your Guests

Create fun and festive Monster Cupcakes, perfect for any celebration with their fluffy texture and vibrant colors.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Course: Desserts
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Cupcake Ingredients
  • 2.5 cups all-purpose flour A key ingredient that gives your cupcakes a fluffy texture.
  • 1.5 cups sugar Ensures just the right amount of sweetness.
  • 1 cup milk Adds moisture for soft, tender cupcakes.
  • 1 cup hot water Enhances the overall flavor—don’t skip this step!
  • 2 eggs Bind the ingredients together and provide richness.
  • 0.5 cups vegetable oil Keeps the cupcakes moist and tender.
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder The leavening agent that makes these cupcakes rise.
  • 1 teaspoon salt Enhances the sweetness of the cupcakes.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla Adds depth and warmth to the batter.
Frosting Ingredients
  • 1.5 cups softened butter Creates a creamy base for luscious frosting.
  • 2 cups vegetable shortening Helps maintain the frosting's structure.
  • 4 cups powdered sugar The secret to sweetening your frosting.
  • 0.5 teaspoons pumpkin spice Adds a delightful fall flavor.
  • 0.25 teaspoon salt Balances the sweetness for complex flavor.
  • 3 teaspoons extremely hot water Helps dissolve the sugar and spices.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla Adds extra flavor to the frosting.
  • 1 drop green food coloring Give your frosting that monster hue!
Decoration Ingredients
  • 1 cup candy eyes Bring your monsters to life!
  • 0.5 cups chocolate sprinkles For added crunch and festive look.
  • 1 large pretzel rod Used as a fun 'horn' on your monster cupcakes.

Equipment

  • Cupcake tin
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • piping bag

Method
 

Baking Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C) and prepare a cupcake tin with liners.
  2. Sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt in a large mixing bowl.
  3. Combine hot water and vanilla, then mix the vegetable oil, milk, and eggs in another bowl.
  4. Fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until combined.
  5. Fill cupcake liners ½ to ⅔ full with batter.
  6. Bake for 15–20 minutes, then cool completely in the tin.
Frosting Instructions
  1. Whip together the softened butter and shortening until light and fluffy.
  2. Mix pumpkin spice and salt with hot water, then incorporate into the butter mixture with powdered sugar.
  3. Continue to whip until fluffy, adding green food coloring last.
  4. Transfer frosting into a piping bag or resealable bag for decorating.
Decoration Instructions
  1. Pipe the green frosting onto cooled cupcakes.
  2. Dip the tops in chocolate sprinkles for decoration.
  3. Insert broken ends of pretzel rods into the frosting to create horns.
  4. Add candy eyes to finish the decoration.
Chilling Instructions
  1. Refrigerate decorated cupcakes for at least 30 minutes to set the frosting.
  2. Serve or store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupcakeCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 120mgSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These delightful monster cupcakes are fun and visually stunning, making them perfect for any celebration. Customize decorations as desired!

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