Go Back
–+ servings
Crispy Funnel Cake

Crispy Funnel Cake

Make witch hat cupcakes with crispy Oreo brims & chocolate kisses. Our easy Halloween recipe is a festive, fun treat for any spooky gathering.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 16 cupcakes
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 large egg
  • 3/4 cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (for frosting)
  • 1 3/4 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 tablespoon heavy whipping cream (optional)
  • 16 units Oreo Thins Chocolate Sandwich Cookies 1 per cupcake
  • 16 units Hershey Kisses 1 per cupcake

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Rubber spatula
  • 2 standard 12-cup muffin tins
  • Piping bags and tips or sturdy zip-top bags

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line your muffin tins with cupcake liners.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In your mixer bowl, combine sugar, vegetable oil, and egg. Mix on low speed until glossy.
  4. Add milk and vanilla to the wet mixture, mixing until smooth.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet, mixing only until just combined.
  6. Fill each cupcake liner halfway with batter and bake for 20-25 minutes. Cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  7. While cooling, prepare the buttercream by whipping softened butter and vanilla until pale and fluffy. Gradually add powdered sugar, adjusting consistency with cream if needed.
  8. Color the frosting by dividing it and mixing gel food coloring until desired shades are reached. Transfer to piping bags.
  9. Pipe green frosting on cupcakes, press an Oreo Thin on top, add a dab of orange frosting, and crown with Hershey's Kiss.

Nutrition

Calories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 160mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These cupcakes are best enjoyed on the same day. For longer storage, keep them in an airtight container at room temperature for 1-2 days before refrigerating.
Add a sprinkle of edible glitter for an extra festive touch.
For a lighter version, consider gluten-free or vegan swaps like replacing butter with plant-based alternatives.
Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!