Halloween is just around the corner, and what better way to celebrate than with a batch of deliciously creepy cupcakes? From spiderwebs to mummies, witches to zombies, we’ve got 18 spook-tacular recipes that are sure to cast a spell on your taste buds. Whether you’re a fan of chocolatey treats or fruity delights, there’s something for everyone in this collection of Halloween cupcake recipes.
In the following pages, we’ll be sharing our favorite spooky sweets, from classic flavors with a creepy twist to unique and unexpected combinations that are sure to make your guests scream with delight. So grab your mixing bowl and get ready to conjure up some monster mash treats that will leave everyone howling for more.
Chocolate Spiderweb Cupcakes
Create a whimsical dessert with these rich, chocolatey cupcakes featuring a delicate spiderweb design on top. Perfect for Halloween parties or any occasion that calls for a touch of magic.
Ingredients:
– 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 cup granulated sugar
– 2 teaspoons baking powder
– 1/2 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
– 1/2 cup whole milk, at room temperature
– 2 large eggs
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– Confectioners’ sugar, for dusting
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, whisk together cocoa powder and milk until smooth.
4. Add eggs one at a time, whisking well after each addition. Whisk in vanilla extract.
5. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, whisking until just combined.
6. Divide batter evenly among muffin cups. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
Decorating:
1. Allow cupcakes to cool completely.
2. Dust with confectioners’ sugar.
3. Pipe melted chocolate in a spiderweb design on top of each cupcake.
Pumpkin Spice Ghost Cupcakes
These moist and flavorful cupcakes are infused with the warm spices of pumpkin, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger, making them a perfect treat for the fall season. The addition of a creamy ghostly white frosting adds a playful touch to these autumnal delights.
Ingredients:
– 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 cup granulated sugar
– 2 teaspoons baking powder
– 1 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 cup canned pumpkin puree
– 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
– 1 large egg
– 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
– 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
– 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
– White frosting (store-bought or homemade)
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, combine pumpkin puree, melted butter, egg, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger. Stir until smooth.
4. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
5. Divide batter evenly among cupcake liners.
6. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
7. Allow cupcakes to cool completely before frosting with white frosting.
Cooking Time: 18-20 minutes
Red Velvet Vampire Bite Cupcakes
Sink your teeth into these decadent treats that are sure to cast a spell on your taste buds.
Ingredients:
– 1 and 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 cup granulated sugar
– 2 teaspoons baking powder
– 1 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
– 2 large eggs
– 2 tablespoons red food coloring
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 1 cup whole milk
– Confectioners’ sugar, for dusting
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, using an electric mixer, beat butter until creamy. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in red food coloring and vanilla extract.
4. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, alternating with milk, beginning and ending with dry ingredients. Beat just until combined.
5. Divide batter evenly among muffin cups.
6. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
7. Allow cupcakes to cool completely before dusting with confectioners’ sugar.
Cook Time: 18-20 minutes
Black Cat Oreo Cupcakes
Get ready to purr-fect your baking skills with these adorable and delicious Black Cat Oreo Cupcakes! These moist vanilla cupcakes are packed with crushed Oreos, topped with a rich chocolate ganache, and finished with edible eyes for an unmistakable feline touch.
Ingredients:
– 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 cup granulated sugar
– 2 teaspoons baking powder
– 1/2 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
– 2 large eggs
– 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
– 1 cup crushed Oreos
– Chocolate ganache (recipe below)
– Edible eyes (optional)
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners.
2. Whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together butter, eggs, and vanilla extract.
4. Combine dry and wet ingredients; stir in crushed Oreos.
5. Divide batter evenly among muffin cups.
6. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Chocolate Ganache:
– 1 cup heavy cream
– 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
– 2 ounces high-quality dark chocolate chips
Combine cream and butter in a saucepan; heat over medium, whisking constantly. Remove from heat and stir in melted chocolate until smooth. Let cool before using.
Witch Hat Chocolate Cupcakes
Cast a spell of delight with these rich and decadent chocolate cupcakes, topped with a swirl of whipped cream and a sprinkle of edible gold dust to resemble a witch’s hat.
Ingredients:
– 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 cup granulated sugar
– 2 teaspoons baking powder
– 1 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
– 1/2 cup whole milk, at room temperature
– 2 large eggs
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– Confectioners’ sugar, for dusting
– Whipped cream and edible gold dust, for topping
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, whisk together cocoa powder and milk until smooth.
4. Add eggs one at a time, whisking well after each addition. Whisk in vanilla extract.
5. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, whisking until just combined.
6. Divide batter evenly among muffin cups. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
7. Allow cupcakes to cool completely before topping with whipped cream and edible gold dust.
Cooking Time: 18-20 minutes
Candy Corn Layered Cupcakes
These vibrant cupcakes are perfect for the Halloween season or any autumn gathering. Layers of moist vanilla cake, creamy buttercream frosting, and candy corn create a festive and delicious dessert.
Ingredients:
– 1 and 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 cup granulated sugar
– 2 teaspoons baking powder
– 1/2 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
– 2 large eggs
– 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
– Candy corn for decoration
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, beat butter until creamy. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with vanilla extract.
5. Divide batter evenly among cupcake liners.
6. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
7. Allow cupcakes to cool completely before frosting and decorating with candy corn.
Cooking Time: 18-20 minutes
Graveyard Dirt Cupcakes with Gummy Worms
Get ready to dig into the funkiest cupcakes ever! These Graveyard Dirt Cupcakes with Gummy Worms are a creative and playful twist on traditional chocolate cupcakes.
Ingredients:
– 1 and 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 cup granulated sugar
– 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
– 1 teaspoon baking powder
– 1/2 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 cup whole milk, at room temperature
– 2 large eggs
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– Confectioners’ sugar, for dusting
– Gummy worms, for decoration
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, whisk together milk, eggs, and vanilla extract.
4. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until smooth.
5. Divide batter evenly among liners.
6. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
7. Allow cupcakes to cool completely before decorating with confectioners’ sugar and gummy worms.
Cooking Time: 18-20 minutes
Frankenstein Monster Cupcakes
Unleash your inner mad scientist and create these creepy-cute cupcakes inspired by the classic monster.
Ingredients:
– 1 cup all-purpose flour
– 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
– 1 cup granulated sugar
– 2 large eggs
– 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
– 1 cup whole milk
– Green food coloring (for the “monster’s” skin)
– Black frosting (for the eyes and mouth)
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, and baking powder.
3. In a large bowl, whisk together butter, eggs, and vanilla extract.
4. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, alternating with milk, beginning and ending with dry ingredients. Beat just until combined.
5. Divide batter evenly among cupcake liners.
6. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
7. Allow cupcakes to cool completely before decorating.
Decorating:
1. Use green frosting to create the monster’s skin by piping on irregular shapes.
2. Pipe on black eyes and mouth using black frosting.
3. Add additional details, such as stitches or bolts, using white or gray frosting.
Cooking Time: 18-20 minutes
Eyeball Vanilla Cupcakes with Raspberry Filling
These adorable cupcakes are perfect for a Halloween party or any occasion that requires a touch of whimsy. The vanilla cupcake is moist and fluffy, topped with a swirl of raspberry filling to resemble an eyeball.
Ingredients:
– 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 cup granulated sugar
– 2 teaspoons baking powder
– 1/2 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
– 2 large eggs
– 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
– Raspberry jam or preserves (about 1/4 cup)
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, beat butter and eggs until light and fluffy. Add vanilla extract.
4. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, beating until just combined.
5. Divide batter evenly among muffin cups.
6. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
7. Allow cupcakes to cool completely before filling with raspberry jam.
Cooking Time: 18-20 minutes
Mummy White Chocolate Drizzle Cupcakes
Wrap yourself up with these adorable Mummy White Chocolate Drizzle Cupcakes! Moist vanilla cake is topped with a creamy white chocolate drizzle and wrapped in strips of golden yellow fondant to resemble mummies.
Ingredients:
– 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 cup granulated sugar
– 2 teaspoons baking powder
– 1/4 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
– 2 large eggs
– 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
– White chocolate chips (about 1 cup)
– Golden yellow fondant (about 1/4 cup)
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
2. Whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Add butter and mix until combined.
3. Beat in eggs and vanilla extract.
4. Divide batter evenly among liners.
5. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
6. Melt white chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl. Drizzle over cooled cupcakes.
7. Wrap fondant strips around the top of each cupcake to resemble mummy wrappings.
Cooking Time: 18-20 minutes
Caramel Apple Witch Cupcakes
Cast a spell on your taste buds with these enchanting treats!
Ingredients:
– 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 cup granulated sugar
– 2 teaspoons baking powder
– 1/4 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
– 2 large eggs
– 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
– Caramel apple filling (homemade or store-bought)
– Confectioners’ sugar, for dusting
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, combine softened butter, eggs, and vanilla extract. Beat until smooth.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, beating until just combined.
5. Divide batter evenly among cupcake liners.
6. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool completely.
7. Drizzle caramel apple filling over cooled cupcakes and dust with confectioners’ sugar.
Cooking Time: 18-20 minutes
Zombie Brain Cupcakes with Strawberry Jam
These eerie cupcakes are perfect for a Halloween party or a spooky gathering with friends. The strawberry jam filling gives them a sweet and tangy surprise.
Ingredients:
– 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 cup granulated sugar
– 2 teaspoons baking powder
– 1/2 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
– 2 large eggs
– 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
– Strawberry jam (about 1/4 cup per cupcake)
– Confectioners’ sugar (for dusting)
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, beat butter and eggs until smooth. Add vanilla extract.
4. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
5. Divide batter evenly among cupcake liners.
6. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
7. Allow cupcakes to cool completely before filling with strawberry jam.
Cooking Time: 18-20 minutes
Boo-tiful Marshmallow Ghost Cupcakes
Get ready for a spook-tacular treat that’s sure to delight both kids and adults alike! These Boo-tiful Marshmallow Ghost Cupcakes are a fun twist on traditional cupcakes, featuring a marshmallow “ghost” floating above a rich chocolate cupcake.
Ingredients:
– 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 cup granulated sugar
– 2 teaspoons baking powder
– 1/2 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
– 1/2 cup whole milk, at room temperature
– 2 large eggs
– 1/4 cup vegetable oil
– Marshmallows (for ghostly decorations)
– White chocolate chips or white candy melts (optional)
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, combine cocoa powder, milk, eggs, and oil. Whisk until smooth.
4. Add dry ingredients to wet ingredients and whisk until combined.
5. Divide batter evenly among cupcake liners.
6. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
7. Allow cupcakes to cool completely before decorating with marshmallows and white chocolate (if using).
Cooking Time: 18-20 minutes
Bloody Red Velvet Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting
Experience the thrill of a classic red velvet cake in cupcake form, infused with the bold flavor of blood orange and topped with a tangy cream cheese frosting.
Ingredients:
– 1 and 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 cup granulated sugar
– 2 teaspoons baking powder
– 1 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
– 2 large eggs
– 2 teaspoons red food coloring
– 1 teaspoon blood orange extract (or to taste)
– 1 cup buttermilk
– Cream cheese frosting (recipe below)
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, combine butter, eggs, red food coloring, and blood orange extract. Beat until smooth.
4. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and beat until just combined.
5. Stir in buttermilk.
6. Divide batter evenly among cupcake liners.
7. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
Cream Cheese Frosting:
– 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
– 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 2 cups powdered sugar
Beat until smooth and creamy. Spread or pipe onto cooled cupcakes.
Haunted House Chocolate Cupcakes
Transform your Halloween party into a howling good time with these creepy-cute chocolate cupcakes, complete with eerie orange and black swirls. These moist and decadent treats are sure to cast a spell on your guests.
Ingredients:
• 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1/2 cup whole milk, at room temperature
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/4 cup orange and black candy melts (or white chocolate and food coloring)
• Confectioners’ sugar, for dusting
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, combine cocoa powder, milk, eggs, and vanilla extract. Whisk until smooth.
4. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients; whisk until combined.
5. Divide batter evenly among cupcake liners.
6. Melt orange and black candy melts (or white chocolate and food coloring) in microwave-safe bowls.
7. Drizzle melted candy mixture over cupcakes in a swirly pattern.
8. Allow cupcakes to cool completely before dusting with confectioners’ sugar.
Cooking Time: 18-20 minutes
Pumpkin Patch Cupcakes with Candy Pumpkins
Get ready to delight your taste buds with these moist and flavorful Pumpkin Patch Cupcakes, topped with adorable candy pumpkins. Perfect for a Halloween party or fall gathering.
Ingredients:
– 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 cup granulated sugar
– 2 teaspoons baking powder
– 1 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 cup canned pumpkin puree
– 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
– 2 large eggs
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– Confectioners’ sugar, for dusting
– Candy pumpkins, for decoration
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, combine pumpkin puree, butter, eggs, and vanilla extract. Whisk until smooth.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
5. Divide batter evenly among muffin cups.
6. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
7. Allow cupcakes to cool completely before decorating with confectioners’ sugar and candy pumpkins.
Cooking Time: 18-20 minutes
Witch’s Brew Green Velvet Cupcakes
Cast a spell with these bewitching cupcakes, infused with the essence of green velvet and topped with a mystical swirl of cream cheese frosting.
Ingredients:
– 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 cup granulated sugar
– 2 teaspoons baking powder
– 1 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
– 2 large eggs
– 2 tablespoons green food coloring
– 1 cup buttermilk
– Cream cheese frosting (recipe below)
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, combine butter, eggs, green food coloring, and buttermilk. Whisk until smooth.
4. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, whisking until just combined.
5. Divide batter evenly among cupcake liners.
6. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
Cream Cheese Frosting:
– 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
– 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
– 2 cups powdered sugar
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Beat cream cheese and butter until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, beating until combined.
Jack-o’-Lantern Orange Cupcakes with Black Icing
Get into the Halloween spirit with these delightful orange cupcakes, topped with a black icing that resembles a jack-o’-lantern’s eerie glow. Perfect for a monster mash of friends and family.
Ingredients:
– 1 cup all-purpose flour
– 1/2 cup granulated sugar
– 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
– 2 large eggs
– 2 teaspoons orange zest
– 1 tablespoon orange juice
– 1 teaspoon baking powder
– Salt to taste
– Black icing (store-bought or homemade)
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, and baking powder.
3. In a large bowl, combine butter, eggs, orange zest, and juice. Beat until smooth.
4. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture, beating until just combined.
5. Divide batter evenly among cupcake liners.
6. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
7. Allow cupcakes to cool completely before topping with black icing.
Cooking Time: 18-20 minutes
Summary
Get ready for a treat that’s to die for! This year, spice up your Halloween celebration with these 18 creeps-tastic cupcake recipes. From Chocolate Spiderweb Cupcakes to Bloody Red Velvet Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting, there’s something for every ghoul and goblin. Make Pumpkin Spice Ghost Cupcakes or Black Cat Oreo Cupcakes to delight your little monsters. Or try out Graveyard Dirt Cupcakes with Gummy Worms or Frankenstein Monster Cupcakes for a monster-ous good time. These wickedly delicious treats are sure to make your Halloween party the talk of the town!
