Description
Juicy Black Cocoa Ghost Cupcakes are a Halloween delight that combines rich black cocoa flavor with a moist, fluffy texture. Each bite reveals an indulgent chocolate experience that’s both visually striking and utterly irresistible. Topped with creamy cream cheese frosting and adorned with playful decorations, these cupcakes are perfect for spooky celebrations or anytime you crave something uniquely delicious.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup black cocoa powder
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with paper liners.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, black cocoa powder, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix buttermilk, eggs, and vegetable oil until smooth. Combine with dry ingredients, stirring gently until just mixed.
- Fill each cupcake liner two-thirds full and bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool completely on a wire rack before frosting with cream cheese frosting.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (75g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 60mg