Description
These Creepy Clown Cupcakes are a spooky and fun treat, perfect for Halloween parties or any occasion that calls for a creepy twist. Inspired by the eerie clowns from the IT movie, these chocolate cupcakes combine rich, moist cake with detailed fondant decorations to create frighteningly delightful desserts.
Ingredients
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Cake Ingredients
- 15.25 oz chocolate cake mix
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup sugar
- ¾ tsp salt
- 1 ⅓ cup water
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup sour cream
- 4 large eggs
Decorating Ingredients
- Decorators icing
- White fondant
- Red fondant
- Black food coloring
Instructions
- Prepare the Batter: In a large mixing bowl, combine the chocolate cake mix, flour, sugar, salt, water, vegetable oil, vanilla extract, sour cream, and eggs. Mix thoroughly until the batter is smooth and well blended.
- Fill the Cupcake Liners: Line a cupcake tin with cupcake liners and fill each liner about three-quarters full with the prepared batter, ensuring enough space for the cupcakes to rise.
- Bake the Cupcakes: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Place the cupcake tin in the oven and bake the cupcakes for 18 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool Before Decorating: Remove the cupcakes from the oven and allow them to cool completely on a wire rack to ensure the decorating icing and fondant adhere properly.
- Decorate the Cupcakes: Once cooled, use decorators icing to frost the cupcakes. Roll out the white, red, and black fondant, using black food coloring as needed to create the clown faces and creepy details inspired by the IT movie. Attach the fondant decorations carefully on each cupcake to complete the look.
Notes
- These clown cupcakes are inspired by the IT movie, making them perfect for Halloween celebrations or creepy party themes.
- Ensure cupcakes are completely cooled before decorating to prevent icing from melting.
- You can customize the clown faces with different facial expressions using the fondant to add variety.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake
- Calories: 83 kcal
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 71 mg
- Fat: 3 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 13 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 26 mg
