Halloween Dot Cupcakes

Halloween Dot Cupcakes
90 min.
24
275kcal

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Get ready to delight your guests this Halloween with these fun and festive Halloween Dot Cupcakes! Perfect for parties, school events, or simply to satisfy your sweet tooth, these cupcakes are not only visually appealing but also incredibly delicious. With a rich chocolate base and a creamy, colorful frosting, they are sure to be a hit among both kids and adults alike.

Using the convenience of a boxed cake mix, you can whip up these treats in just 90 minutes, making them an ideal choice for those who want to enjoy the holiday spirit without spending all day in the kitchen. The combination of vibrant orange and deep black frosting creates a striking contrast that captures the essence of Halloween, while the candy-coated chocolates add a playful touch that makes each bite a delightful surprise.

Whether you're hosting a spooky gathering or simply looking to indulge in a seasonal dessert, these Halloween Dot Cupcakes are the perfect addition to your festive spread. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let the fun begin! Your friends and family will be raving about these cupcakes long after the last bite has been enjoyed.

Ingredients

  • box chocolate cake mix 
  • 16 oz vanilla frosting 
  • 0.5 teaspoon purple gel food coloring 
  • 16 oz chocolate frosting 
  • 0.5 teaspoon purple gel food coloring black
  • 0.5 cup m&m candies black
  • 0.5 cup m&m candies 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • oven
  • muffin liners

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350°F (325°F for dark or nonstick pans).
  2. Place paper baking cup in each of 24 regular-size muffin cups.
  3. Make and bake cake mix as directed on box for cupcakes, using water, oil and eggs. Cool 10 minutes; remove from pans to cooling racks. Cool completely.
  4. In small bowl, mix vanilla frosting and orange food color. In another small bowl, mix chocolate frosting and black food color. Frost one side of each cupcake top with orange frosting and other side with chocolate frosting.
  5. Place black candies on orange frosting and orange candies on chocolate frosting.

Nutrition Facts

Calories275kcal
Protein2.38%
Fat35.67%
Carbs61.95%

Properties

Glycemic Index
1.79
Glycemic Load
5.52
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
2.7569565110556%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:274.58kcal
13.73%
Fat:11.22g
17.26%
Saturated Fat:3.45g
21.55%
Carbohydrates:43.85g
14.62%
Net Carbohydrates:43.01g
15.64%
Sugar:35.15g
39.05%
Cholesterol:1.3mg
0.43%
Sodium:223.76mg
9.73%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:1.68g
3.37%
Iron:1.22mg
6.75%
Phosphorus:66.93mg
6.69%
Copper:0.11mg
5.49%
Vitamin B2:0.09mg
5.24%
Vitamin E:0.78mg
5.23%
Manganese:0.09mg
4.27%
Calcium:39.13mg
3.91%
Selenium:2.4µg
3.43%
Fiber:0.84g
3.34%
Folate:12.86µg
3.22%
Magnesium:12.62mg
3.15%
Vitamin K:3.14µg
2.99%
Potassium:102.87mg
2.94%
Vitamin B1:0.03mg
2.33%
Vitamin B3:0.35mg
1.76%
Zinc:0.21mg
1.41%