Description
Moist Black Velvet Cupcakes for Halloween are the perfect blend of rich chocolate flavor and velvety texture, making them an irresistible treat for your spooky gatherings. These delightful cupcakes evoke nostalgia with every bite, transporting you back to childhood Halloween adventures. Easy to make and decorate, they are sure to enchant both kids and adults alike. Elevate your Halloween celebrations with these charming cupcakes that not only taste amazing but also look fantastic on any dessert table.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 cup buttermilk
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix buttermilk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla until smooth.
- Gradually combine the wet ingredients with the dry ingredients; stir gently until just combined.
- Fill each liner about two-thirds full with batter and bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow cupcakes to cool for five minutes in the pan before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (50g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: For enhanced chocolate flavor, replace some flour with additional cocoa powder. Creative frosting options include cream cheese or chocolate ganache. You can also add fun Halloween-themed toppings like gummy worms or candy eyes for extra flair!