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Halloween Vampire Bite Cupcakes

Halloween Vampire Bite Cupcakes
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Indulge in the spook-tacular delight of Halloween Vampire Bite Cupcakes! These eerie yet delicious treats are perfect for your fall festivities or Halloween gatherings. Featuring a rich chocolate cupcake base infused with a surprise jam filling, these cupcakes not only satisfy your sweet tooth but also add a dash of creativity to your dessert table. Topped with vibrant red frosting that mimics blood, they offer an impressive presentation that is sure to impress your guests. Whether you’re an experienced baker or just starting out, this easy-to-follow recipe makes it simple to whip up these charmingly spooky desserts.

Ingredients

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  • 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

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin pan with paper liners.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk dry ingredients: flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, mix wet ingredients: eggs, vegetable oil, buttermilk, and vanilla extract.
  4. Combine wet and dry ingredients until just mixed.
  5. Fill liners two-thirds full and bake for 18-20 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  6. For the filling, heat jam until liquid and cool slightly.
  7. Once cupcakes are cool, core them and fill each with jam.
  8. For frosting, beat softened butter then gradually add powdered sugar; mix in cream, vanilla, and food coloring.
  9. Frost filled cupcakes generously.

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