Charming Chocolate Halloween Owl Cupcakes
Delight in the magic of Halloween with these whimsical Chocolate Owl Cupcakes! Perfect for parties or a fun family baking session, these cupcakes are as delicious as they are adorable. Inspired by a classic fairy cake recipe, fluffy chocolate cupcakes are transformed into playful owl characters with simple yet creative decorations. Using colorful candies for eyes and beaks, and slicing the cupcake tops to form expressive wings, these delightful treats will enchant both children and adults alike. Originally inspired by a Tana Ramsay recipe, your Halloween festivities are bound to be a hoot with these charming owls!
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Servings
230 kcal
Calories
10
Ingredients
Ingredients
butter
280 g (softened)
golden caster sugar
280 g
self-raising flour
200 g
cocoa powder
2 tablespoons
medium eggs
6
butter
200 g (softened)
icing sugar
280 g (sifted)
cocoa powder
1 tablespoon
liquorice allsorts candies
as needed (for decoration)
brown paper baking cups
12
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 190°C (380°F) or gas mark 5. Prepare by lining a 12-cup muffin tin with brown paper baking cups.
2
In a large mixing bowl, combine softened butter, golden caster sugar, self-raising flour, cocoa powder, and eggs. Beat until the mixture is smooth and combined well.
3
Spoon the batter evenly into the prepared muffin cases, filling each nearly to the top. Any leftover batter can make additional smaller treats.
4
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until the cupcakes are risen and spring back when lightly touched. Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
5
For the icing, beat together the remaining softened butter and sifted icing sugar until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Add cocoa powder and mix until fully incorporated.
6
Once the cupcakes are cool, slice off the very tops and cut these pieces in half to resemble crescent moons. These will form the wings.
7
Spread a generous amount of chocolate icing on each cupcake.
8
Decorate the cupcakes by placing two large round liquorice allsorts candies with colored centers to form the owl's eyes on top of the icing.
9
Position the sliced cake pieces (from the tops) angled behind the eyes to resemble the owl's eyebrows or ears.
10
Finish each owl by placing a smaller candy in between the eyes for a vibrant beak.
11
Serve and watch these delightful treats fly off the table!
Nutrition Information
12.5 g
Fat
29 g
Carbs
2.5 g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Charming Chocolate Halloween Owl Cupcakes?
They are whimsical chocolate cupcakes decorated to look like owls, perfect for Halloween parties or family baking sessions.
What is the main flavor of these owl cupcakes?
The main flavor of these cupcakes is rich chocolate.
How many cupcakes does this recipe yield?
This recipe makes 12 standard-sized cupcakes.
What oven temperature is required?
The oven should be preheated to 190°C (380°F) or gas mark 5.
How long do the cupcakes need to bake?
Bake the cupcakes for 20-25 minutes until they are risen and spring back when touched.
What ingredients are needed for the cupcake batter?
The batter requires softened butter, golden caster sugar, self-raising flour, cocoa powder, and medium eggs.
What components make up the chocolate icing?
The icing is made from softened butter, sifted icing sugar, and cocoa powder.
How do I know when the cupcakes are finished baking?
They are done when they have risen and spring back when lightly touched with a finger.
What type of flour should I use?
This recipe specifically calls for self-raising flour.
How many eggs are required for the recipe?
You will need 6 medium eggs for the cupcake batter.
How do I create the owl's wings?
Slice off the very tops of the cooled cupcakes and cut these pieces in half to form crescent moons, then position them on the icing.
What is used to create the owl's eyes?
Two large round liquorice allsorts candies with colored centers are used for the eyes.
How do I make the owl's beak?
Place a smaller candy in between the liquorice eyes to form a vibrant beak.
Should the butter be at room temperature?
Yes, the butter should be softened for both the batter and the icing for smooth mixing.
Are these cupcakes suitable for a kids' party?
Yes, their adorable owl design makes them ideal for children's Halloween festivities.
Who inspired this recipe?
The recipe was originally inspired by a Tana Ramsay recipe.
What kind of baking cups are recommended?
The recipe suggests using brown paper baking cups for a natural owl-like look.
How many calories are in one owl cupcake?
Each cupcake contains approximately 230 kcal.
What is the fat content per cupcake?
Each cupcake has 12.5 g of fat.
How many carbohydrates are in each serving?
There are 29 g of carbohydrates per cupcake.
What is the protein content per cupcake?
Each cupcake provides 2.5 g of protein.
Should I sift the icing sugar?
Yes, sifting the icing sugar ensures the chocolate icing is smooth and creamy.
When should I apply the icing to the cupcakes?
Wait until the cupcakes have cooled completely on a wire rack before applying the icing.
Where should the wings be positioned on the owl?
The sliced cake pieces should be angled behind the eyes to resemble eyebrows or ears.
Can I use different candies for the eyes?
While liquorice allsorts are recommended, you can use any large round candy for the eyes.
Is this recipe considered easy for families?
Yes, it is described as a fun family baking session using simple yet creative decorations.
How much cocoa powder is used in the batter?
The batter uses 2 tablespoons of cocoa powder.
How much cocoa powder is used in the icing?
The icing uses 1 tablespoon of cocoa powder.
What should I do with leftover batter?
Any leftover batter can be used to make additional smaller treats.
How should I cool the cupcakes?
Transfer the baked cupcakes to a wire rack to cool completely.