Candy Corn Cereal Treat Cupcakes

Dairy Free
Health score
12%
Candy Corn Cereal Treat Cupcakes
40 min.
15
187kcal

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Get ready to indulge in a delightful treat that perfectly captures the spirit of fall! Our Candy Corn Cereal Treat Cupcakes are not only a feast for the eyes but also a deliciously sweet dessert that everyone will love. With a vibrant combination of colors and flavors, these cupcakes are sure to be the star of your next gathering or Halloween party.

What makes these cupcakes truly special is their dairy-free nature, making them a great option for those with dietary restrictions. The base is a scrumptious blend of melted marshmallows, buttery goodness, and crunchy Cheerios, all mixed with festive candy corn. Each bite is a delightful mix of textures and flavors that will transport you back to childhood.

In just 40 minutes, you can whip up 15 servings of these charming cupcakes, each packed with 187 calories of pure joy. The fun doesn’t stop there! With a simple piping technique, you can create layers of colorful frosting that mimic the iconic candy corn look, topped off with playful sprinkles for that extra touch of whimsy.

Whether you’re hosting a party, looking for a fun baking project with the kids, or simply craving something sweet, these Candy Corn Cereal Treat Cupcakes are the perfect choice. So gather your ingredients and get ready to impress your friends and family with this delightful dessert!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup butter 
  • cup candy corn 
  • cups corn flakes/bran flakes crushed cheerios®
  • 0.5 teaspoon purple gel food coloring yellow
  • 10.5 oz marshmallows miniature ()
  • tablespoon cranberry-orange relish white yellow
  • 0.8 teaspoon orange food coloring 
  • containers vanilla frosting betty crocker®

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • ziploc bags
  • microwave
  • muffin liners

Directions

  1. Place paper baking cup in each of 15 regular-size muffin cups; spray paper cups with cooking spray. In large microwavable bowl, microwave butter uncovered on High about 45 seconds or until melted.
  2. Add marshmallows; toss until coated. Microwave uncovered on High about 1 minute 30 seconds, stirring after 45 seconds, until mixture can be stirred smooth. Immediately add cereal and candy corn; stir until evenly coated.
  3. Firmly press about 1/2 cup cereal mixture into each muffin cup. Cool about 15 minutes or until firm.
  4. Remove from pan.
  5. In small bowl, mix 1 1/2 cups frosting and yellow food color. In another small bowl, mix 1 1/4 cups frosting and orange food color. Leave remaining frosting white. Spoon each color frosting into separate quart-size resealable food-storage plastic bag; seal bags.
  6. Cut off 1/2-inch corner of bags; squeeze bags to pipe frosting in layers on cupcakes to look like candy corn. Decorate with candy sprinkles.

Nutrition Facts

Calories187kcal
Protein4.01%
Fat15.65%
Carbs80.34%

Properties

Glycemic Index
14.55
Glycemic Load
17.02
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
9.63695646045%

Flavonoids

Hesperetin
0.27mg
Naringenin
0.15mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:186.51kcal
9.33%
Fat:3.44g
5.3%
Saturated Fat:0.71g
4.44%
Carbohydrates:39.78g
13.26%
Net Carbohydrates:36.81g
13.38%
Sugar:24.25g
26.95%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:169.46mg
7.37%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:1.98g
3.97%
Manganese:0.57mg
28.64%
Folate:107.26µg
26.82%
Iron:4.53mg
25.15%
Vitamin B1:0.21mg
13.96%
Vitamin B6:0.27mg
13.68%
Vitamin B3:2.69mg
13.46%
Vitamin B12:0.8µg
13.4%
Vitamin B2:0.23mg
13.32%
Selenium:8.74µg
12.49%
Fiber:2.97g
11.89%
Vitamin A:537.55IU
10.75%
Magnesium:37.25mg
9.31%
Phosphorus:74.46mg
7.45%
Zinc:0.81mg
5.39%
Copper:0.1mg
4.98%
Vitamin D:0.53µg
3.52%
Potassium:89.69mg
2.56%
Vitamin E:0.24mg
1.63%
Vitamin B5:0.15mg
1.46%