Black Cat Almond Cupcakes

Black Cat Almond Cupcakes

Our almond twist on cupcakes, themed for a black cat Halloween and finished with black icing.

Recipe

Black Cat Almond Cupcakes

Black Cat Almond Cupcakes
Prep time25 minutes
Cooking time20 minutes
Servings12 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups flour
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1 cup vanilla frosting
  • 1/2 tsp almond extract
  • black icing

Equipment

  • Muffin tin
  • Cupcake liners
  • Electric mixer

Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. 1

    Preheat the oven to 175°C and line a muffin tin.

  2. 2

    Cream the butter and sugar, then beat in the eggs.

  3. 3

    Mix in the flour, baking powder and milk.

  4. 4

    Fold in almond extract.

  5. 5

    Fill the liners and bake for 18 to 20 minutes.

  6. 6

    Cool completely and spread with frosting.

  7. 7

    Pipe cat ears and whiskers with black icing.