Description

Halloween Vampire Bite Cupcakes are a deliciously spooky treat that combines rich chocolate cake with a surprising jam filling, resembling the bite of a vampire. Perfect for Halloween parties, school treats, or just to indulge in some festive baking, these cupcakes are sure to impress your guests. Topped with luscious frosting and garnished with fresh berries, they not only taste great but also look hauntingly delightful. Whether you’re an experienced baker or a novice in the kitchen, this recipe is straightforward and fun, making it a must-try for the spooky season!

Ingredients

Scale

1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 cup granulated sugar
½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
2 large eggs
½ cup vegetable oil
1 cup buttermilk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup raspberry or strawberry jam
1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
4 cups powdered sugar
¼ cup heavy cream
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Red food coloring

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with paper liners.
In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
In another bowl, mix eggs, vegetable oil, buttermilk, and vanilla until combined.
Gradually add wet ingredients to dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
Fill cupcake liners two-thirds full and bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Once cooled, core the center of each cupcake and fill with heated jam.
Prepare frosting by beating softened butter and gradually adding powdered sugar, heavy cream, vanilla extract, and red food coloring.
Frost each cupcake generously and garnish with fresh raspberries.

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

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cupcake (85g)
Calories: 350
Sugar: 30g
Sodium: 200mg
Fat: 17g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 46g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 40mg

Keywords: For added flavor variations, consider using different jams like cherry or blueberry. To achieve vibrant frosting colors, experiment with food coloring shades.