Halloween Cyclops Cupcakes

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 box (18.25 oz) chocolate cake mix
• 1 cup water
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 2 eggs
• 1 can (16 oz) chocolate frosting
• 8 candy eyeball candies
• 8 miniature chocolate chips

Preparation Time:

20 minutes

Cooking Time:

30-35 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 (Simple)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
2. In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, water, oil, and eggs. Beat with an electric mixer on medium speed for 2 minutes, or until smooth.
3. Fill each cupcake liner about 2/3 full with batter.
4. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
5. Let cupcakes cool completely in the tin before frosting.
6. Spread a thick layer of chocolate frosting on each cupcake.
7. Press two candy eyeballs into the center of the frosting for each cupcake.
8. Place two miniature chocolate chips above the eyeballs for pupils.

Nutritional Information:

Per cupcake (without eyeballs or chocolate chips):

• Calories: 250
• Fat: 12g
• Protein: 4g
• Carbohydrates: 35g

Dish Characteristics:

• Moist and fluffy chocolate cupcakes
• Rich and decadent chocolate frosting
• Festive Halloween-themed decorations (candy eyeballs and chocolate chips)

User Comments:

• "These cupcakes were a hit with my kids!"
• "The combination of chocolate and frosting was perfect."
• "The candy eyeballs added a fun and spooky touch."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Be careful not to overbake the cupcakes, as they will dry out.
• If you don't have any candy eyeballs, you can use dollops of frosting or edible candy melts to create your own.
• You can also use other Halloween-themed decorations, such as sprinkles, Halloween sprinkles, or candy corn.