Ingredients
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- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 tablespoons red food coloring
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Cream cheese frosting (for decorating)
- Evil grin decorations (optional, for enhancement)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cocoa powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, combine vegetable oil, eggs, buttermilk, red food coloring, and vanilla extract. Mix well.
- Gradually add the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring until smooth and uniform.
- Pour the batter into cupcake liners, filling about 2/3 full.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cupcakes to cool completely. Decorate with cream cheese frosting and joker-inspired grins using colored frosting or edible markers.
Notes
- For vibrant color, consider using gel-based food coloring.
- Decorate with themed edible decorations or icing for a dramatic effect.
- Store cupcakes in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake
- Calories: 250 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg