Spiderweb Cupcakes

Spiderweb Cupcakes are a delicious and spooky treat that are perfect for Halloween parties or any other occasion that calls for a little bit of fun. These cupcakes are easy to make and are sure to impress your guests with their intricate spiderweb design.

To make 12 Spiderweb Cupcakes, you will need the following ingredients:

- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup boiling water

For the frosting:

- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Black food coloring
To make the cupcakes, preheat your oven to 350°F and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. In a separate large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. In a small bowl, mix together the milk and vanilla extract. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk mixture, until everything is well combined. In a separate bowl, whisk together the cocoa powder and boiling water until smooth. Add this mixture to the batter and stir until well combined.
Divide the batter evenly among the prepared cupcake liners, filling each 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 powdered sugar until light and fluffy. Add the milk and vanilla extract and beat until smooth. Add black food coloring until the frosting is a deep black color. Transfer the frosting to a piping bag fitted with a small round tip.
To create the spiderweb design, pipe a spiral of frosting onto each cupcake, starting from the center and working your way outwards. Then, use a toothpick to drag lines from the center of the spiral outwards towards the edge of the cupcake, creating a spiderweb effect.
These Spiderweb Cupcakes are a perfect combination of spooky and delicious. The rich chocolate flavor of the cupcakes pairs perfectly with the sweet and creamy frosting, and the intricate spiderweb design is sure to impress your guests. Serve these cupcakes at your next Halloween party or any other occasion that calls for a little bit of fun.
Type: Dessert, Cupcakes

Ingredients:

- Flour
- Butter
- Sugar