Jack-O-Lantern Cupcakes
These Jack-O-Lantern Cupcakes are perfect for all your Halloween parties. They are easy to make and sure to be a crowd favorite.
Servings: 24
Calories: 211kcal
Ingredients
For the Cupcakes:
- 1 pkg Chocolate Cake Mix 16 ounces
- 1 1/4 cup Water
- 1/3 cup Vegetable Oil
- 3 Large Eggs
For the Frosting:
- 3/4 cup Unsalted Butter softened
- 2 1/4 cup Powdered Sugar
- 2 Tbsp Milk
- 1 tsp Clear Vanilla Extract
- Orange Gel Food Coloring
For the Decorations:
- Black Decorator Gel
- 24 Small Green Gumdrops
Instructions
For the Cupcakes:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and line 2 cupcake pans with liners.
- In a large mix bowl, stir together the cake mix, water, vegetable oil and eggs.
- Pour the batter into the cupcake liners, filling them approximately ¾ full.
- Bake for 18-21 minutes until a toothpick inserted into the cupcakes comes out clean.
- Cool completely on wire racks.
For the Frosting:
- Cream together the butter and powdered sugar until combined and smooth.
- Add in the milk and vanilla extract and mix for 1-2 minutes until the frosting is light and fluffy.
- Add in the orange food coloring until the frosting is a vibrant orange color.
- Top each of the cupcakes with the orange frosting.
To Decorate:
- Make a Jack-O-Lantern face on each of the cupcakes with the black decorator gel.
- Place a green gumdrop candy on top of each cupcake for the stem.
- Then the cupcakes are ready to serve and enjoy!
Notes
Store the leftovers in an airtight container for up to 1 week.
We recommend using Wilton gel food coloring for a vibrant orange color.
Nutrition
Calories: 211kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 36mg | Sodium: 166mg | Potassium: 74mg | Fiber: 0.5g | Sugar: 18g | Vitamin A: 210IU | Calcium: 35mg | Iron: 1mg
