Spooky Spider Cupcakes Recipe

Name: Spooky Spider Cupcakes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (15.25- to 16.5-ounce) package dark chocolate cake mix; 1/3 cup Land O Lakes Butter, melted; 1 1/4 cups chocolate milk or water; 3 Land O Lakes Eggs; 3/4 cup mini semi-sweet chocolate chips; 6 cups powdered sugar; 1/2 cup Land O Lakes Butter, softened; 2 tablespoons light corn syrup; 2 teaspoons vanilla; 6 to 8 tablespoons Land O Lakes Half & Half or Fat Free Half & Half; Large black gumdrops or other candies; Small gumdrops or other round candies; Black sparkle decorator gel; Black string licorice, cut into 2-inch pieces

Servings: persons

1 (15.25- to 16.5-ounce) package dark chocolate cake mix
1/3 cup Land O Lakes Butter, melted
1 1/4 cups chocolate milk or water
3 Land O Lakes Eggs
3/4 cup mini semi-sweet chocolate chips
6 cups powdered sugar
1/2 cup Land O Lakes Butter, softened
2 tablespoons light corn syrup
2 teaspoons vanilla
6 to 8 tablespoons Land O Lakes Half & Half or Fat Free Half & Half
Large black gumdrops or other candies
Small gumdrops or other round candies
Black sparkle decorator gel
Black string licorice, cut into 2-inch pieces

1
Heat oven to 350F.
2
Place paper baking cups into 24 muffin pan cups; set aside.
3
Combine all cupcake ingredients except chocolate chips in bowl; beat at medium speed until creamy; stir in chocolate chips.
4
Fill prepared muffin cups 2/3 full.
5
Bake 17-19 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.
6
Cool completely.
7
Combine powdered sugar, 1/2 cup butter, corn syrup and vanilla in medium bowl.
8
Beat at low speed, scraping bowl often, until well mixed.
9
Increase speed to high; beat, gradually adding enough half & half for desired frosting consistency.
10
Frost cupcakes.
11
Create spiders using large gumdrop for body and small gumdrop for head.
12
Make eyes with black decorator gel.
13
Create legs by inserting 4 licorice pieces on each side of large gumdrop.

1877

kcal

Calories

Fat

262

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (15.25- to 16.5-ounce) package dark chocolate cake mix, 1/3 cup Land O Lakes Butter, melted, 1 1/4 cups chocolate milk or water, 3 Land O Lakes Eggs, and more.

Yes, Spooky Spider Cupcakes falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Spooky Spider Cupcakes

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