Description
Deliciously spooky cupcakes perfect for Halloween, with a ghostly white frosting topping.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 2 cups powdered sugar (for frosting)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened (for frosting)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract (for frosting)
- 2 tbsp milk (for frosting)
- Black decorating gel (for eyes)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a bowl, mix flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- In another bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla.
- Alternate adding dry ingredients and milk, mixing until smooth.
- Fill cupcake liners 2/3 full. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool cupcakes completely before frosting.
- For frosting, beat butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar, vanilla, and milk until smooth.
- Pipe frosting onto cupcakes to create ghost shapes.
- Use black decorating gel to add eyes.
Notes
- For a smoother frosting, sift powdered sugar before mixing.
- Let cupcakes cool completely before frosting to prevent melting.
- Store cupcakes in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American