Easy Witch Hat Cupcakes

Fun and simple Halloween cupcakes decorated as witch hats, perfect for parties and family gatherings.

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Course: Dessert, Snack

Cuisine: American

Keyword: easy baking, festive treats, Halloween cupcakes, Party desserts, Witch hat cupcakes

Prep Time: 15

Cook Time: 20

Total Time: 35

Servings: cupcakes

Calories: 250kcal

Ingredients

Cupcake Ingredients

1 box chocolate cake mix Any brand of chocolate cake mix.
3 large eggs Room temperature for better mixing.
1 cup water Follow box instructions for any variations.
1/2 cup vegetable oil Can substitute with canola oil.

Frosting and Decoration

1 cup chocolate fudge frosting Store-bought or homemade.
12 cookies chocolate cookies (such as Oreo) These form the base of the witch hats.
12 pieces candy corn For the tip of the witch hat.

Instructions

Prepare the Cupcakes

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a large bowl, combine the chocolate cake mix, eggs, water, and vegetable oil. Beat on medium speed for about 2 minutes until smooth.
Place cupcake liners in a muffin tin and fill each liner about two-thirds full with batter.
Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes. Check for doneness by inserting a toothpick; it should come out clean.
Remove cupcakes from the oven and let them cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Frost the Cupcakes

Once the cupcakes are cool, spread a thick layer of chocolate fudge frosting on top of each cupcake.

Assemble the Witch Hats

Place a chocolate cookie on top of each frosted cupcake.
Stick a piece of candy corn on top of the cookie to complete the witch hat.

Notes

Store cupcakes in an airtight container for 3-4 days at room temperature. For longer storage, freeze them tightly wrapped and thaw overnight in the fridge before serving.

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