Velvet Eyeball Cupcakes Recipe

Name: Velvet Eyeball Cupcakes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 box red velvet cake mix, plus ingredients on back of box; 1 small box cheesecake instant pudding mix; 1 cup cherry pie filling; 1 pkg (8 oz) cream cheese, at room temperature; 1/2 stick butter, softened to room temperature; 1 tsp vanilla extract; 2 Tbsp cream; milk; 1 cup powdered sugar; Red food gel; Eyeball candies (we used caramel-filled chocolates)

Servings: persons

1 box red velvet cake mix, plus ingredients on back of box
1 small box cheesecake instant pudding mix
1 cup cherry pie filling
1 pkg (8 oz) cream cheese, at room temperature
1/2 stick butter, softened to room temperature
1 tsp vanilla extract
2 Tbsp cream
milk
1 cup powdered sugar
Red food gel
Eyeball candies (we used caramel-filled chocolates)

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Preheat oven to 350 F.: 2.
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Line with 18 liners and set aside.
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Meanwhile, in a large bowl, prepare the cake mix according to package directions until smooth and combined.
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Stir in the pudding mix until incorporated.
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Evenly portion the batter among the muffin tins, filling about 3/4 of the way full.
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: 3.
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Bake for 15-18 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean or with light moist crumbs.
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Cool completely, then core the cupcake's centers out by inserting a small paring knife into the cupcake, and gently removing the center of it.
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Discard the center pieces.
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Or eat them :-) : 4.
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Using a small spoon, fill the cupcake cavities with the cherry pie filling, trying to get at least 2 cherries in the center of each cupcake.
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Set the cupcakes aside.
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: 5.
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In the bowl of a stand mixer, beat together the cream cheese, butter, vanilla and cream with the paddle attachment for about 1-2 minutes or until creamy.
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Gradually add in the powdered sugar, about a cup at a time, until frosting is light and fluffy.
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Pour the frosting into a piping bag or the like - we used a catsup squeeze bottle.
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: 6.
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Pipe the frosting high onto the cooled & filled cupcakes, ensuring you completely cover the center cavity.
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Repeat with remaining cupcakes.
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Take your red sparkle gel and begin drawing squiggly lines up and down the sides of the cupcake, centering from the top point of the cupcake.
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Plop an eyeball onto the top of the cupcake then pop the cupcakes into the fridge for an hour to help the frosting set.
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: 7.
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Marvel in your delicious creation

478

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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.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 box red velvet cake mix, plus ingredients on back of box, 1 small box cheesecake instant pudding mix, 1 cup cherry pie filling, 1 pkg (8 oz) cream cheese, at room temperature, and more.

Yes, Velvet Eyeball 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!

Velvet Eyeball Cupcakes

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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