Monster Cupcakes: 7 Best Recipes Ever
Unleash your inner monster with these spectacularly spooky and delicious cupcake recipes, perfect for Halloween parties or any festive occasion.
Equipment
- muffin tin
- paper liners
- mixing bowls
- whisk
- electric mixer
- wire rack
Ingredients
Cupcakes
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Buttercream Frosting
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3-4 cups powdered sugar
- 2-3 tablespoons milk or cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- few drops food coloring (optional)
Instructions
Cupcake Preparation
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners.
- Whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl.
- In a separate bowl, cream softened butter until light and fluffy, then beat in eggs one at a time.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, alternating with milk, starting and ending with the dry ingredients.
- Stir in vanilla extract until just combined, then divide batter evenly among cupcake liners.
- Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean; cool completely on a wire rack.
Buttercream Frosting Preparation
- Beat softened butter in a large bowl until creamy, then gradually add powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Mix in a few drops of food coloring, if desired, until well combined and vibrant.
Assembly
- Frost cooled cupcakes as desired using unique monster designs.
Notes
For extra spooky cupcakes, use black and purple food coloring for the frosting and decorate with edible googly eyes and candy corn horns.