Can I use a boxed mix for the cupcakes?

Absolutely. A boxed chocolate cake mix works just fine for this recipe. The decorating is the main focus, so using a mix is a great way to save time.

What can I use if I don’t have candy eyes?

You can make simple eyes with small candies like M&Ms or Skittles, or pipe circles of white icing with mini chocolate chips as pupils. They’ll look just as fun.

How do I make the cupcakes look more “realistic”?

For a more textured look, pipe the frosting with a star tip to create a fluffy fur effect. Adding sanding sugar or edible glitter gives the “cats” extra personality.

Can I make these cupcakes ahead for a party?

Yes. Bake the cupcakes the day before and keep them unfrosted in an airtight container. Decorate the same day you’ll serve them for the freshest look and taste.

black Cat Chocolate Cupcakes – 7 Easy Steps to Make at Home

Description

Black Cat Chocolate Cupcakes are moist, rich, and decorated with playful candy faces to look like mischievous Halloween cats. They’re the perfect blend of spooky charm and chocolatey indulgence for parties, school events, or family baking nights.

Ingredients

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1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup granulated sugar
½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
½ cup vegetable oil
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ cup buttermilk
½ cup hot water or brewed coffee
2 cups chocolate frosting (store-bought or homemade)
Chocolate wafer cookies or Oreos (for ears)
Candy-coated chocolates or jellybeans (for eyes)
Mini chocolate chips (for pupils)
Licorice strings or pretzel sticks (for whiskers)
Pink candy melts or sprinkles (for noses)

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with black or orange liners.
Whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a large bowl.
In another bowl, combine oil, eggs, vanilla, and buttermilk. Mix until smooth.
Gradually add wet ingredients to dry, then stir in hot water or coffee for depth of flavor.
Fill cupcake liners about ⅔ full and bake for 18–20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
Cool cupcakes completely before decorating.
Frost each cupcake with chocolate frosting for the “fur.”
Place chocolate wafer halves at the top for ears.
Add candy-coated chocolates or jellybeans for eyes and press mini chocolate chips into the centers as pupils.
Use pink candy melts for noses and arrange licorice strings or pretzel sticks for whiskers.

Notes

For a more textured look, pipe frosting with a star tip to mimic fluffy fur. Add black sanding sugar or edible glitter for sparkle. Bake cupcakes a day ahead, store unfrosted, and decorate on the day of serving for best results.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cupcake
Calories: 260
Sugar: 22g
Sodium: 190mg
Fat: 13g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 33g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 35mg