Moist Black Velvet Cupcakes for Halloween – Alpine Ella
Moist Black Velvet Cupcakes are the perfect Halloween indulgence, boasting a rich cocoa flavor and an incredibly velvety texture. These cupcakes melt in your mouth and are perfectly balanced between sweetness and chocolatey goodness. Their striking black hue makes them an eye-catching treat for any spooky gathering, and a creamy frosting adds a festive touch. Whip up these delightful cupcakes to elevate your Halloween celebrations!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup buttermilk
- ⅓ cup vegetable oil
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, buttermilk, vegetable oil, and vanilla until well combined.
- Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and mix gently until just combined.
- Fill each cupcake liner two-thirds full with batter and bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow cupcakes to cool in the pan for five minutes before transferring to wire racks.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg