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Candy Corn Halloween Cupcakes

Inspired by Halloween’s signature candy, these bright cupcakes feature vibrant layers of orange and yellow cake topped with creamy white frosting and sprinkles.
Prep Time30 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time50 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Halloween treats
Servings: 24
Calories: 221kcal
Author: McCormick

Ingredients

  • 1 package 18 ¼ ounces white cake mix
  • 2 teaspoons McCormick® Pure Vanilla Extract
  • McCormick® Assorted Food Colors & Egg Dye
  • 1 container 16 ounces vanilla frosting
  • Assorted decorations such as orange sprinkles and candy corn
  • any extra ingredients for boxed cake

Instructions

  • Prepare cake mix as directed on package, adding vanilla. Divide batter in half. Tint one batch yellow with ⅓ teaspoon yellow food color. Tint second batch orange with ¼ teaspoon yellow food color and ⅛ teaspoon red food color.
  • Fill each paper-lined muffin cup ⅓ full with yellow batter. Gently add orange batter on top of yellow batter, filling each muffin cup ⅔ full. Bake as directed on package for cupcakes. Cool cupcakes on wire rack.
  • Frost cupcakes. Decorate with sprinkles and candy corn.

Notes

Make sure to add eggs, oil and/or whatever the box mix calls for.

Nutrition

Calories: 221kcal | Carbohydrates: 34g | Fat: 9g | Sodium: 196mg