Description

Treat yourself to a fun twist on a classic dessert with these Spooky Red Velvet Halloween Cupcakes. Rich, velvety cake infused with cocoa is topped with a luscious cream cheese frosting, creating an unforgettable flavor experience. Their vibrant red hue and festive decorations make them perfect for any Halloween gathering or sweet indulgence. Whether you’re hosting a party or simply craving something delightful, these cupcakes will impress both kids and adults alike!

Ingredients

Scale

1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 cup granulated sugar
½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 tsp baking soda
½ tsp salt
½ cup vegetable oil
1 cup buttermilk
2 large eggs (room temperature)
2 tbsp red food coloring (gel recommended)
1 tsp vanilla extract
8 oz cream cheese (softened)
½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
2 cups powdered sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line cupcake tin with festive liners.
In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
In another bowl, mix vegetable oil, sugar, buttermilk, eggs, food coloring, and vanilla until smooth.
Gradually combine dry ingredients into wet mixture until just combined.
Fill each cupcake liner two-thirds full with batter.
Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Cool in the pan for five minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
For frosting, beat cream cheese and butter until smooth; add powdered sugar and vanilla until creamy.
Frost cooled cupcakes generously and decorate as desired.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cupcake (75g)
Calories: 270
Sugar: 24g
Sodium: 140mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 38g
Fiber: <1g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 40mg

Keywords: Substitute buttermilk with yogurt or milk mixed with vinegar if needed. Customize decorations using different colored sprinkles or edible glitter for added flair.