Introduction

These Brownie Cupcakes combine the rich, fudgy texture of brownies with the light, fluffy feel of cake. Perfect for Halloween or any fun occasion, they’re topped with creamy buttercream frosting and festive sprinkles for a delightful treat.

The image shows several small cupcakes arranged on a white marbled surface. Each cupcake has three layers: a bottom dark chocolate crust that looks dense and crumbly, a middle bright orange cake layer with a soft, moist texture, and a thick top layer of creamy white frosting that is swirled in a high, flower-like shape. The frosting is sprinkled with small elongated and round sprinkles in black, orange, and white colors, adding a festive touch. Some sprinkles are scattered around the cupcakes on the surface as well. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1 box Brownie Mix
1 box White Cake Mix
20 Cupcake Liners
1 batch The Best Buttercream Frosting
Halloween DIY Sprinkles
Orange Food Coloring (optional, for cake mix)

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the brownie mix according to the package instructions.
Step 2: Prepare the white cake mix according to the package instructions and add orange food coloring to tint the batter.
Step 3: Line a cupcake pan with liners and spoon brownie batter into each liner, filling about one-third full.
Step 4: Spoon the orange cake batter on top of the brownie batter, filling each liner about three-quarters full.
Step 5: Bake the cupcakes in a preheated 350°F (175°C) oven for 15-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
Step 6: Once cooled, frost each cupcake with a generous amount of The Best Buttercream Frosting.
Step 7: Decorate with Halloween-themed sprinkles for a festive finish.

Tips & Variations

Make sure not to overfill the cupcake liners to prevent spilling during baking.
Swap orange food coloring for other seasonal colors to match different holidays.
Use your favorite frosting variation, such as cream cheese frosting, for a different flavor.

Storage

Store the cupcakes in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. For longer storage, keep them refrigerated for up to a week, but bring to room temperature before serving. Frosted cupcakes can also be frozen for up to 2 months; thaw in the refrigerator and add sprinkles fresh if desired.

How to Serve

The image shows close-up orange cupcakes with three clear layers. The bottom layer is dark brown and crumbly, like a cookie crust. The middle layer is thick and smooth, bright orange like pumpkin. The top layer is a tall swirl of soft white cream, decorated with small orange, black, and white sprinkles. The cupcakes sit on a white marbled surface, with some sprinkles scattered around them. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make these cupcakes without the orange food coloring?

Yes, the orange coloring is optional and mainly for festive appeal. The cupcakes will taste the same without it.

How do I know when the cupcakes are done baking?

Insert a toothpick into the center of a cupcake. If it comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs, they are done. Avoid overbaking to keep the cupcakes moist.

Brownie Cupcakes with Orange Buttercream and Halloween Sprinkles Recipe

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These Brownie Cupcakes combine the rich, fudgy texture of brownies with the light, fluffy orange-colored white cake for a festive Halloween treat. Topped with creamy buttercream frosting and sprinkled with spooky Halloween sprinkles, they are perfect for parties and celebrations.

Author: zara
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Yield: 20 Brownie Cupcakes 1x
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Brownie Layer

1 box Brownie Mix

Cake Layer

1 box White Cake Mix
Orange Food Coloring (as needed to tint the cake batter)

Additional Ingredients

20 Cupcake Liners
1 batch The Best Buttercream Frosting (see recipe below)
Halloween DIY Sprinkles (for decoration)

Instructions

Prepare Brownie Batter: Mix the brownie batter according to the directions on the box until smooth and well combined.
Prepare Cake Batter: Mix the white cake batter according to the box instructions. Once mixed, add orange food coloring gradually until the desired vibrant orange color is achieved.
Layer Batters in Liners: Place cupcake liners in a cupcake pan. Spoon the brownie batter into each liner, filling about one third full. Then, carefully cover the brownie layer with the orange cake batter, filling the liners up to about three quarters full. This layering ensures more cake than brownie in each cupcake.
Bake: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the cupcakes for 15 to 20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs but no wet batter.
Cool: Remove the cupcakes from the oven and allow them to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before frosting.
Frost: Prepare a batch of The Best Buttercream Frosting (commonly made with butter, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and milk or cream). Frost each cooled cupcake generously with the buttercream.
Decorate: Sprinkle Halloween-themed sprinkles over the frosting to add festive colors and textures.

Notes

Ensure the brownie batter is not too thick to prevent difficulty in spreading.
You can adjust the amount of orange food coloring based on the desired intensity of color.
Make sure cupcakes are fully cooled before frosting to prevent melting.
Use silicone cupcake liners for easier removal if preferred.
If you want a stronger chocolate flavor, slightly increase the brownie batter amount but keep enough cake batter to maintain good texture balance.

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