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Easy Witch Hat Cupcakes

Whimsical Easy Witch Hat Cupcakes for Spooky Fun

Delightful Easy Witch Hat Cupcakes that bring cheerful, spooky fun to Halloween gatherings.
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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: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cupcakes
  • 1 box Chocolate Cupcakes (box mix or homemade) You can use a boxed mix for ease or whip up your favorite homemade recipe.
  • 1 container Chocolate Fudge Frosting Choose a rich store-bought option or make your own.
For the Witch Hats
  • 12 pieces Cookies (chocolate or sugar) Opt for rectangular shapes for sturdy hats.
  • 12 pieces Triangular candy (e.g., Reese's) Works best to create the perfect pointy hat.
For Decoration
  • 1 cup Sprinkles Optional; edible glitter can add extra magic.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Cupcake pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Spatula
  • Piping bag

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with paper liners.
  2. Prepare the chocolate cupcakes according to your recipe or boxed mix instructions, usually combining dry and wet ingredients until smooth. Fill each liner about two-thirds full and bake for 18–20 minutes. Check for doneness with a toothpick.
  3. Allow the cupcakes to cool completely on a wire rack.
  4. While the cupcakes cool, prepare your chocolate fudge frosting. If using store-bought frosting, stir it to make it creamy. If making from scratch, melt butter and mix with cocoa powder, powdered sugar, and milk until smooth.
  5. Once cooled, generously layer the chocolate fudge frosting atop each cupcake, using a spatula or piping bag for a whimsical swirl effect.
  6. For each frosted cupcake, take a cookie and stand it upright in the center. Secure a triangular candy piece at the top with more frosting.
  7. Sprinkle colorful edible glitter or sprinkles around the base of each cookie hat to enhance the visual appeal.
  8. Carefully arrange the cupcakes on a decorative platter, ideally using a Halloween-themed tray.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupcakeCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 210mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure cupcakes are cooled completely before frosting to avoid melting the frosting. Choose thicker cookies for the hats, and be creative with candy options.

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