Spider Cupcakes

Spider cupcakes are a fun and spooky treat often enjoyed during Halloween celebrations. The black decorating gel and candy eyes give them a creepy-crawly appearance, perfect for adding a touch of fright to any dessert table.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 60 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 12.

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Spider Cupcakes

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American Courses: Baking, Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 30 min Cook Time 20 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 1 hr

Servings: 12 Calories: 3000

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1.5 cup All-purpose flour
• 0.5 cup Cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 2 large Eggs
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.75 cup Milk
• 1.5 cup Chocolate frosting
• 1 tube Black decorating gel
• 24 pair Candy eyes

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a separate bowl, cream together the unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk. Mix until just combined.
6. Fill cupcake liners 2/3 full with the batter.
7. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. Allow the cupcakes to cool completely.
9. Frost the cupcakes with chocolate frosting.
10. Use the black decorating gel to create spiderweb designs on the cupcakes.
11. Place a pair of candy eyes on each cupcake to resemble spiders.
12. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 12g19%

Total Carbohydrate 35g12%

Sugars 25g

Protein 3g6%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.