Easy Mummy Cupcakes
Delightful cupcakes with a chocolate base, topped with white frosting and playful candy eyes, perfect for Halloween celebrations.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 12 cupcakes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 1 box chocolate cake mix
- Ingredients required for the cake mix (typically eggs, water, and oil)
- 1 can white frosting
- Chocolate candies or candy eyes for decoration
- Piping bag or a plastic bag with the corner cut off
Instructions
- Prepare the Oven and Cupcake Pans: Preheat your oven to the temperature suggested on the cake mix box. Line a cupcake pan with cupcake liners to prevent sticking.
- Mix the Cake Batter: Prepare the chocolate cake mix according to the instructions on the box. Usually, you’ll need to combine the cake mix with eggs, water, and oil in a mixing bowl, stirring until smooth.
- Fill the Cupcake Liners: Evenly pour the cake batter into the lined cupcake pan, filling each liner about two-thirds full.
- Bake the Cupcakes: Place the cupcake pan in the oven and bake according to the package instructions, generally about 18-20 minutes.
- Frost the Mummies: Once cooled completely, take the white frosting and fill your piping bag or plastic bag with the corner cut off. Pipe ruffled “bandages” across the top of each cupcake.
- Add the Eyes: Finally, place two candy eyes on top of the frosting on each cupcake.
- Serve and Enjoy: These cupcakes are best served immediately, but they’re just as delicious after a day or two!
Notes
Kids love decorating these cupcakes, making them a great family activity. Don’t overmix the batter to keep them fluffy.