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Witch Hat Cupcakes

Witch Hat Cupcakes: Spook-tacular Treats for Halloween Fun

Enjoy these Witch Hat Cupcakes, delightful treats perfect for Halloween gatherings, combining a rich chocolate base with whimsical sugar cone hats.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cupcakes
  • 1 box chocolate cake mix a delicious base that provides rich chocolate flavor.
  • 3 large eggs helps to bind the mixture and creates a fluffy texture.
  • ½ cup vegetable oil keeps the cupcakes moist and tender.
  • 1 cup water hydrates the mix for perfectly baked cupcakes.
For the Witch Hats
  • 12 pieces sugar cones these will create the signature witch hat above your cupcakes.
  • 1 container colorful frosting use this to decorate and create fun designs on your cupcakes.
For the Decoration
  • 1 cup candy eyes add these spooky details to bring your cupcakes to life!

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Cupcake Pan
  • piping bag

Method
 

Cupcake Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a large mixing bowl, combine the chocolate cake mix, eggs, vegetable oil, and water. Stir until the batter is smooth. Line a cupcake pan with liners and fill each one two-thirds full. Bake for 18-20 minutes, then cool completely on a wire rack.
Witch Hat Assembly
  1. While the cupcakes are cooling, melt some colorful frosting in the microwave for 10 seconds. Dip the top of each sugar cone into the frosting and let excess drip off. Set aside.
Frosting the Cupcakes
  1. Once your cupcakes are completely cool, pipe colorful frosting onto each cupcake in a fun swirl, starting from the center.
Assembling the Hats
  1. Carefully place a sugar cone on each frosted cupcake, pushing down slightly so it adheres well. Arrange the cupcakes on a serving platter.
Adding Spooky Details
  1. Decorate each cone with candy eyes. Add additional decorations around the base for a festive touch.
Final Presentation
  1. Display the decorated cupcakes on a festive table to enchant your guests.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupcakeCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use high-quality ingredients for the best flavor and ensure cupcakes are cooled completely before frosting.

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