Description
Monster Eye Cupcakes are a whimsical and delicious treat perfect for any festive occasion. These fluffy chocolate cupcakes, topped with colorful frosting and fun edible candy eyes, are sure to steal the spotlight at your next party. Easy to make and visually captivating, they invite creativity in both flavor and decoration. Whether it’s Halloween or a birthday celebration, these cupcakes will evoke smiles and delight in every bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1/2 cup whole milk or buttermilk
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- Gel food coloring (various colors)
- Edible candy eyes (varied sizes)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare cupcake tins with liners.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and sugar until combined.
- Add eggs, milk, and melted butter; mix until smooth.
- Fill liners two-thirds full with batter and bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow cupcakes to cool completely before frosting.
- Decorate with colorful frosting using a star tip and add edible candy eyes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (75g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg