If you’re looking for a fun and festive Halloween dessert that’s sure to wow with minimal effort, these Witch Hat Mini Cupcakes are just the thing! Not only are they adorable, but they’re also incredibly easy to make—thanks to a boxed cake mix that saves you time without sacrificing flavor. Whether you go the semi-homemade route or add a few homemade touches, this Halloween cupcake recipe is totally customizable. Perfect for Halloween parties, class treats, or spooky gatherings, these mini cupcakes deliver big impact with very little fuss. You’ll love how simple and spooky they are—so go ahead and save this one for your Halloween must-bakes!
Need some more Halloween and Fall treat ideas?! Try these cute Rice Krispies Pumpkins!
Semi Homemade Tips
If making the cupcakes from scratch is just not something you have time for today, it's ok! I actually used a box cake mix - triple chocolate. However, to make them taste a little more bakery style I substituted milk for water and added about ¼ cup mini chocolate chips.
For the Frosting
I whipped up my own buttercream...but you can certainly buy a can of your favorite brand. I decided to tint mine purple for a festive touch! Orange and Green are also great options!
The Hats
For my witch hats I used the Muddy Bites brand of the cone filled snacks. These are so fun and already black as I got the cookies and cream variety! Add some sprinkles then top your icing with one of these! And you are done! They are so cute and festive!
Instructions
First, prepare and bake your favorite cake mix into mini cupcakes. Mine bake about 12-14 minutes. While those are cooling mix up your buttercream frosting or open your favorite prepared can! Then, using a fun decorators tip, pipe on a dollop of frosting on top of the cooled cupcakes. Next, sprinkle with some festive sprinkles and then press in a waffle cone for the hat. That is all! So simple!
See it in action below!
Equipment
If you are in the market for a new mini muffin pan, this one is my favorite! It bakes evenly every time!
More... Easy Halloween Ideas
- Halloween Funfetti Cookies
- Rice Krispies Pumpkins
- Halloween Monster Cookies
- Easiest Cut Out Sugar Cookies
You will have all the kiddos swooning over these adorable cupcakes and you will love that it didn't take much time!
Top Tip
Be sure to read how many cones are in a package and plan for a couple of chipped or broken ones. This way you have enough for the amount you need!
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