Description
These Ghost Cupcakes are a fun and spooky treat, perfect for Halloween or any occasion. The black cocoa cupcakes are rich and dark, topped with a creamy whipped cream frosting and decorated like little ghosts.
Ingredients
- 1 3/4 cups cake flour
- 1 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2/3 cup black cocoa powder
- 3/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 1 large egg
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon white vinegar
- black gel food coloring (optional)
- 2 1/2 cups heavy cream
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 3.4 oz white chocolate instant pudding mix
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- mini chocolate chips
- regular sized chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a 12-cavity muffin pan with cupcake liners.
- In a stand mixer bowl, whisk together cake flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together vegetable oil, sour cream, buttermilk, egg, vanilla extract, white vinegar, and black food coloring (if using).
- Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix on low speed until just combined.
- Portion batter into cupcake liners, filling each about halfway.
- Bake for 15-18 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
- Let cupcakes cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- For the frosting, add heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla to a large bowl. Beat until soft peaks form.
- Gradually add the instant pudding mix and beat until thick and creamy. If the frosting appears curdled, add 1 tablespoon of milk or heavy cream at a time, stirring with a spatula until smooth.
- Place frosting in a piping bag and pipe a generous swirl on top of each cooled cupcake.
- Use chocolate chips to create eyes and a mouth on each frosted cupcake to resemble ghosts.
Notes
- Full-fat sour cream is recommended for best results.
- Ensure buttermilk is at room temperature for proper incorporation.
- If frosting looks curdled, add milk or cream gradually until smooth.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American