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Witch Hat Cupcakes

These adorable witch hat cupcakes combine moist chocolate cupcakes with rich, black frosting and crunchy cone-shaped hats made from cookies or waffle cones. The process involves baking the cupcakes, preparing a smooth frosting, and assembling the hats for a charming, spooky treat perfect for Halloween parties. The final result is a delightful, visually striking dessert with a soft, chocolaty crumb and whimsical decorations.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Halloween
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour sifted
  • 1/2 cup cocoa powder unsweetened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 2 large eggs room temperature
  • 1/2 cup milk whole or 2%
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 3-4 cups powdered sugar sifted
  • a few drops black food coloring adjust as needed
  • 12 chocolate cookies or waffle cones for hats

Equipment

  • Muffin tin & paper liners
  • Mixing bowls
  • electric mixer or whisk
  • Piping bag & tips
  • Cooling wire rack

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
  2. In a large bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, salt, and sugar to combine evenly.
  3. In a separate bowl, beat the eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla extract until well blended and slightly frothy.
  4. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and gently fold until just combined, avoiding overmixing.
  5. Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners, filling each about two-thirds full.
  6. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cupcakes cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  7. In a mixing bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy, then gradually add sifted powdered sugar, one cup at a time, until the mixture is fluffy. Mix in vanilla extract.
  8. Add a few drops of black food coloring to the frosting and mix until the color is evenly distributed and the frosting is dark enough.
  9. Frost the cooled cupcakes generously with the black frosting using a piping bag for a smooth finish.
  10. Break the chocolate cookies or waffle cones into small pieces to form the brim and point of the witch hats.
  11. Place a cone or cookie piece on top of each frosted cupcake, securing with a dab of frosting at the base.
  12. Decorate with additional sprinkles or tiny candies if desired, then serve and enjoy your charming witch hat cupcakes!

Notes

For extra spooky effect, add edible glitter or tiny candy eyes to the hats. Chill the assembled cupcakes briefly to help the hats stay in place.