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Halloween Vampire Bite Cupcakes

Halloween Vampire Bite Cupcakes That Wow at Every Party

These Halloween Vampire Bite Cupcakes are a spooky twist on classic desserts that thrill at every party.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cupcake Batter
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour can substitute with gluten-free flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar can use brown sugar for deeper flavor
  • ⅓ cup unsweetened cocoa powder Dutch-process cocoa intensifies richness
  • 1 tsp baking powder ensure it is fresh
  • ½ tsp baking soda ensure it is fresh
  • ½ tsp salt sea salt enhances taste
  • 2 large eggs for vegan, substitute with aquafaba
  • ½ cup vegetable oil can use melted coconut oil
  • ½ cup buttermilk mix milk with vinegar or lemon juice for dairy-free
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract pure vanilla is best
For the Jam Filling
  • 1 cup raspberry or strawberry jam any berry jam works
For the Frosting
  • ½ cup unsalted butter can substitute with plant-based butter
  • 2 cups powdered sugar adjust for desired frosting thickness
  • 2 tbsp heavy cream can use dairy-free cream
  • a few drops red food coloring consider natural alternatives if desired

Equipment

  • cupcake pan
  • mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • measuring cups
  • Piping bag
  • small knife or cupcake corer

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with cupcake liners.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, blend the eggs, vegetable oil, buttermilk, and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
  4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
  5. Fill each cupcake liner about two-thirds full with the batter and bake for 18-20 minutes.
  6. While the cupcakes are baking, gently heat the jam in a small saucepan until liquid.
  7. Once cooled, core each cupcake and fill with jam.
  8. Beat the butter until creamy, gradually adding powdered sugar, heavy cream, and vanilla until fluffy; mix in food coloring.
  9. Frost the tops of each cupcake and garnish with fresh raspberries or spooky decorations.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupcakeCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Avoid overmixing the batter and use fresh ingredients for the best results. Enhance presentation with creative garnishes.

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