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Candy Corn Cupcakes

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These Candy Corn Cupcakes are festive Halloween treats featuring tri-colored layers and matching frosting inspired by candy corn. Easy to make with a boxed mix or from scratch, they’re perfect for parties, school events, or spooky baking fun.

Ingredients

  • 1 box vanilla or white cake mix (plus eggs, oil, and water per package instructions)
  • Yellow food coloring
  • Orange food coloring
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3–4 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2–4 tbsp milk or cream (as needed)
  • Candy corn (for topping, optional)
  • Halloween sprinkles (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  2. Prepare cake mix according to package instructions. Divide batter evenly into three bowls.
  3. Tint one bowl yellow, one orange, and leave one white. Spoon yellow batter into each liner first, then orange, then white. Smooth each layer gently.
  4. Bake for 18–22 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool completely.
  5. For frosting, beat softened butter until fluffy. Gradually add powdered sugar, vanilla, and enough milk or cream to reach desired consistency.
  6. Divide frosting into three bowls. Tint one yellow, one orange, and leave one white.
  7. Use piping bags or zip-top bags to pipe colored frosting in layers to mimic candy corn: yellow base, orange middle, white top. Garnish with candy corn or sprinkles.

Notes

  • Use homemade vanilla batter if preferred.
  • Swirl frosting for a marbled effect instead of layers.
  • Try mini cupcakes for parties or favors.
  • Use cream cheese frosting for a tangy twist.
  • Add almond or candy corn extract for a unique flavor profile.

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