Halloween Dessert: Worm Cupcake Recipe

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Yields: 24 cupcakes

Ingredients

1 package chocolate cake mix (You can also use vanilla cake mix or any other flavor you may prefer)

3 cups chocolate cookies, crushed (Place the cookies in a large zip lock plastic bag, and use a rolling pin to crush the cookies into small pieces. Continue crushing until they are in fine crumbs. However, a few larger pieces are fine too).

1 package prepared chocolate frosting

1 package gummy worms

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Procedure

1. Prepare cake mix according to package instructions. Pour the batter into cupcake pans and bake as directed. Let them cool properly before frosting.
2. Slowly spread chocolate icing on the cupcakes. Sprinkle cookie crumbs on the top of each cupcake.
3. Cut gummi worms into half. On the end of the each worm, put icing and stick on the top of cupcakes. You can put as few or as many as will fit easily on each cupcake. Let icing set for 10-15 minutes and then serve.

Kids like worms and dirt whether or not it’s Halloween- and more so when they are produced from gummy candies and chocolate cookies and served on cupcakes! Whip a batch of these cute dirty cakes, and we guarantee that soon it will become your signature Halloween dessert.

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Chocolate Coconut Candies

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Ingredients

• 2 tbsp of shortening
• 2 cups of semisweet chocolate chips (or 12 ounces)
• ½ cup of sweetened condensed milk
• 1 cup of chopped almonds
• 1¾ cups of flaked coconut
• 1¾ cups of confectioners’ sugar

Optional Ingredients

• Chopped almonds
• Flaked coconut
• Sprinkles
• Sliced almonds

Procedure

1. In a large bowl, mix the coconut, milk, almonds, and confectioners’ sugar. Shape into 1-inch balls. Put the balls in the refrigerator for about 20 minutes or until they become firm.
2. Turn on your microwave to high. Melt the shortening and semisweet chips for approximately one minute. Stir the mixture. Microwave at 10 to 20-second intervals and keep on stirring until it becomes smooth.
3. Remove the balls from the refrigerator and dip them in the chocolate. Allow the extra chocolate to drip off. Place them on waxed paper and leave them until they set. Store in a sealed container.
4. Yields about 2½ dozen candies.

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Who knew such simple ingredients could be so good together? The elements in this recipe are a match made in heaven. Additionally, you can swap the ingredients to make your own chocolate desserts. For example, you can use sweetened coconut to add moisture and sweetness if you have a really sweet tooth. You can also substitute the almonds with raisins for a different flavor. Avoid using a can of sweetened condensed milk and stick to the recommended portion as you might end up with very sticky bars.

What favorite chocolate recipes are you making this season?

Cupcakes are so hard to resist. It’s a sweet temptation that everyone loves to include in their lunch box. Another great thing about cupcakes is how people decorate them in various ways. So, this Halloween, expect that cupcake makers will never run out of ideas to complement this event. Just like this Halloween Chocolate Spider Web Cupcakes recipe that you can make for your Halloween treat.

Halloween Chocolate Spider Web Cupcakes

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Ingredients

   Cupcakes:

• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup egg substitute
• 1/4 cup canola oil
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (about 6 3/4 ounces)
• 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon instant coffee granules
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup fat-free buttermilk

   Frosting:

• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Dash of salt
• 1 (8-ounce) block 1/3-less-fat cream cheese, softened

Procedure

1. Preheat oven to 350°.
2. To prepare cupcakes, place the first 4 ingredients in a large bowl; beat with a mixer at medium speed until well blended (about 2 minutes).
3. Lightly spoon flour into dry measuring cups; level with a knife. Combine flour and next 5 ingredients (through 1/4 teaspoon salt), stirring well with a whisk. Stir flour mixture into sugar mixture alternately with buttermilk, beginning and ending with flour mixture; mix after each addition just until blended.
4. Place 16 paper muffin cup liners in muffin cups; spoon about 2 1/2 tablespoons batter into each cup. Bake at 350° for 18 minutes or until a wooden pick inserted in center of a cupcake comes out with moist crumbs attached (do not overbake). Remove cupcakes from pans; cool on a wire rack.
5. To prepare frosting, combine powdered sugar and remaining ingredients in a medium bowl. Beat with a mixer at medium speed until combined. Increase speed to medium-high, and beat until smooth. Spread about 1 tablespoon frosting on top of each cupcake.
6. Use plastic spiders and webs as cool Halloween decoration!

The whole ingredients yield at least cupcakes. It’s a nice treat for kids and those kids at heart. Have fun!

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Apple season is in full swing, so we thought why not share a recipe that can turn your harvest into delicious seasonal snacks. Usually prepared for bonfire night, these nutty caramel apples also work great for Halloween and kids parties throughout the year. This Nutty Caramel Apple recipe is quick and easy to make.

Halloween Favorite: Nutty Caramel Apples

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Total time: 5 minutes for preparation + 10 minutes for cooking

Yields: 6 servings

Ingredients:

6 dessert apples

6 wooden ice lolly sticks

350g granulated sugar

5og finely chopped nuts

Vegetable oil or butter for greasing

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Procedure:

1. Grease a baking sheet and push a lolly stick halfway into each apple.

2. In a medium sized pan, melt granulated sugar over medium heat. Gently swirl the sugar around the pan as it begins to melt.

3. Once the sugar has melted, carefully pour in the nuts and mix. Remove the pan from heat.

4. Dip the apples into the mixture one at a time. Turn them to ensure proper coating. Allow them to cool for few minutes on the baking sheet.

5. Transfer to a tray and serve.

Tip: Do not stir the sugar when it cooks as it can crystallize.

This nutty caramel apple recipe is a treat for those who love apples as well as for people who love candy. For best results, use the smallest apples possible. Whether you remember these from your childhood for Halloween or you just want a special treat for autumn, we’d love to know what you think of them!

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