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Bat Cupcakes

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These Bat Cupcakes are the ultimate Halloween party treat — chocolatey, moist cupcakes topped with spooky bat decorations made from cookies, candy eyes, and frosting. Fun to make, easy to decorate, and guaranteed to be a hit with kids and adults alike.

Ingredients

  • 1 box chocolate cake mix (or homemade chocolate cupcake batter)
  • 3 eggs
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 cup water or milk
  • 1 tub chocolate frosting (store-bought or homemade)
  • 12 chocolate sandwich cookies (e.g., Oreos), split and halved for wings
  • 24 candy eyes
  • 12 small round candies or mini M&Ms (optional, for noses)

Instructions

  1. Prepare chocolate cupcake batter following box or recipe instructions. Divide into lined muffin tins and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 18–20 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool completely.
  2. Once cooled, apply a generous swirl of chocolate frosting to each cupcake using a spatula or piping bag.
  3. Twist apart sandwich cookies, remove filling, and break or cut each half into two curved wing shapes.
  4. Insert two cookie halves into the frosting for wings. Add candy eyes in the center, and a small candy nose if desired.
  5. Serve immediately or lightly chill to help decorations set. Best enjoyed at room temperature.

Notes

  • Use homemade or boxed cupcake batter — both work great!
  • Swap chocolate frosting with vanilla or peanut butter for variation.
  • Use gluten-free cake mix and cookies for a GF version.
  • Get creative with red eyes, fangs, or ears using icing, licorice, or fondant.
  • If cookie wings break, gently try again with new halves.

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