Monster Eye Cupcakes

Monster Eye Cupcakes are a fun and spooky treat that are perfect for Halloween parties or any time you want to add a little bit of fright to your dessert table. These cupcakes are made with a rich chocolate cake base and topped with a creamy vanilla frosting and a candy eyeball that will make your guests do a double-take.
To make these delicious Monster Eye Cupcakes, you will need the following ingredients:

For the cupcakes:

- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup milk

For the frosting:

- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups sugar" target="_blank" style="text-decoration: underline;">powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2-3 tablespoons milk
- Candy eyeballs, for decoration
To start, preheat your oven to 350°F and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. In a separate large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients, alternating with the milk, until the batter is smooth.
Scoop the batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cupcake liner about 2/3 full. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean. Allow the cupcakes to cool completely before frosting.
To make the frosting, cream together the butter and sugar" target="_blank" style="text-decoration: underline;">powdered sugar until light and fluffy. Add in the vanilla extract and enough milk to achieve a smooth, spreadable consistency. Frost each cupcake generously with the vanilla frosting, then top with a candy eyeball to create the "monster eye" effect.
These Monster Eye Cupcakes are sure to be a hit at your next Halloween party or spooky gathering. The rich chocolate cake is perfectly balanced by the creamy vanilla frosting, and the candy eyeballs add a fun and unexpected twist. Serve these cupcakes as a dessert or as a fun snack, and watch as your guests marvel at their spooky appearance.
Type: Dessert, Cupcakes
Ingredients: Flour, Cocoa Powder, Baking Powder, Baking Soda, Salt, Butter, Sugar, Eggs, Vanilla Extract, Milk, Powdered Sugar, Candy Eyeballs.