Zombie Hand Cupcakes
Zombie Hand Cupcakes are the ultimate spooky treat for Halloween or any creepy gathering. These delightful chocolate cupcakes come topped with vibrant green frosting and topped with gummy fingers, creating a fun and eerie dessert experience. Perfect for impressing guests, these cupcakes blend delicious flavors with a playful presentation that’s sure to be the highlight of your celebration.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 12 cupcakes 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil
- Green food coloring (to desired shade)
- Edible fingers (gummy worms or licorice)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with paper liners.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and sugar.
- In another bowl, mix eggs, milk, and vegetable oil until combined; add optional vanilla extract.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients until just mixed; do not overmix.
- Fill cupcake liners two-thirds full and bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Once cooled, frost with green buttercream icing and insert edible fingers for decoration.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, consider using almond extract instead of vanilla. - Customize the color of your frosting using different food colorings. - Ensure cupcakes are completely cool before frosting to avoid melting.