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Glutenfreie Ghost Cupcakes decorated with cream cheese frosting for Halloween.

Glutenfreie Ghost Cupcakes

These adorable gluten-free ghost cupcakes are soft, chocolatey, and topped with fluffy frosting, making them a perfect inclusive Halloween treat for everyone.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Dessert, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 12 pieces
Calories 180 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Cupcakes

  • 1 cup Gluten free flour blend Make sure it's labeled gluten-free and can be swapped cup for cup.
  • 1/2 cup Cocoa powder Ensure it's gluten-free to avoid cross-contamination.
  • 1 tbsp Baking powder Check that it's labeled gluten-free.
  • 1 cup Sugar
  • 1/2 cup Milk Use almond milk, oat milk, or coconut milk for dairy-free.
  • 1/2 cup Butter Substitute with plant-based butter for dairy-free.
  • 2 large Eggs Or use flax eggs for egg-free version.

For the Frosting

  • 2 cups White frosting Buttercream or vegan alternative that can hold a swirl.
  • 1/4 cup Mini chocolate chips For decorating eyes.

For Decoration

  • 1 tbsp Black decorating gel Optional for drawing mouth.
  • 12 pieces Cupcake liners Use black, orange, or metallic ones for decoration.

Instructions
 

Baking the Cupcakes

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  • In a mixing bowl, combine the gluten free flour blend, cocoa powder, baking powder, and sugar.
  • In another bowl, whisk together the milk, butter, and eggs until well combined.
  • Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix just until no dry spots remain.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared cupcake liners, filling them about 2/3 full.
  • Bake for 15-18 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let them cool completely.

Decorating the Cupcakes

  • Make sure cupcakes are completely cool before decorating to prevent frosting from drooping.
  • Pipe a thick dollop of frosting on each cupcake in a ghostly shape.
  • Press two mini chocolate chips into the frosting for eyes, and use black gel for mouths if desired.
  • For consistent appearance, pipe frosting on all cupcakes before adding eyes.

Notes

Store unfrosted cupcakes in an airtight container at room temperature for 1-2 days. Frosted cupcakes should be refrigerated if they use dairy. For a dairy-free option, use plant-based butter and milk alternatives.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 130mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15g
Keyword Allergy-Free, cupcakes, gluten-free, halloween treats, Vegan Options
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