Candy Corn Cupcakes

Candy Corn Cupcakes

Healthy Fact of the Day

Candy Corn Cupcakes are a festive treat but are high in sugar and calories. To make them a bit healthier, consider using whole wheat pastry flour for half of the all-purpose flour to add some fiber. You could also experiment with natural food coloring alternatives like turmeric for yellow and carrot juice for orange. Reducing the sugar content in both the cupcakes and frosting can help lower the overall sugar intake. For a healthier frosting alternative, consider using Greek yogurt mixed with a small amount of powdered sugar and natural food coloring. Remember, these cupcakes are meant to be an occasional treat, not a regular part of a balanced diet. Enjoy them in moderation as part of Halloween celebrations, and consider balancing your diet by pairing a small cupcake with some fresh fruit or a handful of nuts for added nutrients.

Ingredients

 

For the cupcakes:

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • Orange and yellow food coloring

 

For the frosting:

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 2-3 tbsp heavy cream
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Yellow and orange food coloring
  • Candy corn for decoration

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with cupcake liners.

  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.

  3. In another bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.

  4. Beat in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla.

  5. Gradually mix in dry ingredients, alternating with milk.

  6. Divide batter into three bowls. Leave one white, color one yellow, and one orange.

  7. Layer batters in cupcake liners: orange on bottom, then yellow, then white.

  8. Bake for 18-20 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.

  9. Cool completely on a wire rack.

  10. For frosting, beat butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar, cream, and vanilla.

  11. Divide frosting into three parts. Leave one white, color one yellow, and one orange.

  12. Pipe frosting onto cupcakes in concentric circles: orange, then yellow, then white.

  13. Top each cupcake with a piece of candy corn.

Bite into one of these Candy Corn Cupcakes and let the nostalgic flavors of Halloween dance across your taste buds! Each cupcake is a whimsical work of art, with layers of orange, yellow, and white mirroring the iconic candy corn design. The soft, moist cake and creamy frosting combine to create a treat that’s as delightful to look at as it is to eat. Whether you’re hosting a Halloween party, treating your little goblins, or just indulging in some festive baking, these cupcakes are sure to cast a spell of sweetness on everyone who tries them. So grab your mixing bowls, channel your inner confectioner, and get ready to create a batch of cupcakes that are truly candy corn-ucopias of Halloween joy!

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