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Witch Hat Cupcakes

These charming cupcakes are baked with a rich chocolate batter, topped with silky frosting, and decorated with glossy chocolate cones that resemble tiny witch hats. The process involves mixing, baking, frosting, and creating decorative chocolate hats, resulting in a playful and slightly imperfect treat with a delightful combination of moist crumb and smooth icing. Perfect for spooky celebrations or whimsical baking adventures, they showcase a fun, creative twist on classic cupcakes.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: baking
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour sifted
  • 1/2 cup cocoa powder sifted
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 eggs room temperature
  • 3/4 cup milk whole milk preferred
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened dark chocolate for decoration
  • 1 cup powdered sugar for frosting
  • 2-3 tablespoons milk to adjust frosting consistency

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer or whisk
  • Cupcake tin and liners
  • Piping bag and tips
  • Microwave-safe bowl or melting dish
  • Wire rack

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line your cupcake tin with paper liners.
  2. In a large bowl, sift together the flour and cocoa powder to ensure a smooth batter.
  3. Add the sugar, baking powder, and salt to the dry ingredients and whisk to combine.
  4. In another bowl, beat the eggs, then stir in the milk, oil, and vanilla extract until well blended.
  5. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and gently fold until the batter is smooth and slightly bubbly, about 2 minutes.
  6. Divide the batter evenly into the cupcake liners, filling each about two-thirds full.
  7. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. The cupcakes will be golden and springy.
  8. Remove the cupcakes from the oven and let them cool completely on a wire rack, which helps prevent sogginess.
  9. Meanwhile, prepare the frosting by beating together butter, powdered sugar, cocoa powder, and a splash of milk until smooth and fluffy. Add more milk a teaspoon at a time to reach your desired consistency.
  10. Frost the cooled cupcakes generously with your chocolate frosting, swirling decoratively if desired.
  11. To create the witch hat decorations, melt the dark chocolate in a microwave-safe dish, then pipe small cone shapes onto parchment paper. Let them set at room temperature until firm and glossy.
  12. Once the chocolate cones are set, carefully place one on top of each frosted cupcake to resemble a tiny witch hat and enjoy this playful treat!

Notes

For extra whimsical effect, add sprinkles or edible glitter to the frosting before the chocolate hats are placed. Ensure the chocolate decorations are fully set before handling to keep their shape.