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Vampire Bite Halloween Cupcakes: A Spooky Delight with a Deliciously Sinister Twist

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Indulge in the spine-tingling fun of Halloween with these Vampire Bite Halloween Cupcakes. With their rich red velvet flavor and creamy filling, these delightful desserts are perfect for any spooky celebration. The striking contrast between the vibrant red filling and pale buttercream frosting captures the essence of Halloween, making them not just a treat for the taste buds but also a feast for the eyes. Ideal for parties, family gatherings, or as a festive project with kids, these cupcakes promise to enchant guests of all ages. Get ready to impress your friends and family with this easy-to-follow recipe that combines playful creativity with deliciousness!

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk
  • 2 tbsp cocoa powder
  • 1 tbsp red food coloring (gel-based for vibrant color)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp white vinegar
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup red velvet cake crumbs (from the cupcake centers)
  • 1/3 cup sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
  • 1–2 tbsp red food coloring (for a vibrant, glossy red hue)
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3–4 cups powdered sugar, sifted
  • 2–3 tbsp milk or heavy cream (adjust as needed)
  • A few drops of ivory or peach food coloring (adjust for a pale, skin-tone effect)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Candy fangs or small dots of red Vegan vegan gelatin (for puncture marks)
  • Red syrup or edible red gel (for ‘blood’ drips)
  • Straws (non-edible)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
  2. Cream softened butter and sugar until fluffy, then add eggs one at a time along with vanilla and red food coloring.
  3. In another bowl, whisk flour, cocoa powder, and salt; alternate adding this to the wet mixture with buttermilk.
  4. Stir in baking soda mixed with vinegar; fill muffin cups 2/3 full and bake for 18-20 minutes.
  5. Cool before hollowing out centers to fill with a creamy mixture made from cake crumbs, condensed milk, and melted butter colored red.
  6. Prepare skin-tone buttercream frosting by beating butter and gradually adding powdered sugar; finish with milk and food coloring for desired hue.
  7. Decorate cupcakes with frosting, candy fangs, and red syrup for a spooky effect.

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