Pin Adorable chocolate cupcakes decorated as hedgehogs, perfect for childrens parties or whimsical gatherings.
This recipe creates a fun and delightful dessert that brings smiles to kids and adults alike.
Ingredients
- Cupcakes: 1 cup (125 g) all purpose flour, 1/2 cup (100 g) granulated sugar, 1/4 cup (25 g) unsweetened cocoa powder, 1 tsp baking powder, 1/2 tsp baking soda, 1/4 tsp salt, 1/2 cup (120 ml) milk, 1/3 cup (80 ml) vegetable oil, 1 large egg, 1 tsp vanilla extract, 1/2 cup (120 ml) boiling water
- Chocolate Frosting: 1/2 cup (115 g) unsalted butter softened, 1 1/2 cups (190 g) powdered sugar, 1/4 cup (25 g) unsweetened cocoa powder, 2 3 tbsp (30 45 ml) milk, 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- Decoration: 1 cup (150 g) chocolate sprinkles, 24 chocolate chips (for noses), 24 candy eyes (store bought or homemade with icing), 12 cupcake liners
Instructions
- Preheat oven:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin pan with cupcake liners.
- Mix dry ingredients:
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Add wet ingredients:
- Add milk, oil, egg, and vanilla to the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
- Add boiling water:
- Gradually pour in boiling water, mixing gently until the batter is smooth (it will be thin).
- Fill liners:
- Divide the batter evenly among the liners, filling each about 2/3 full.
- Bake:
- Bake for 18 20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool completely on a wire rack.
- Prepare frosting:
- For the frosting, beat butter until creamy. Add powdered sugar and cocoa powder gradually, mixing well.
- Add milk and vanilla:
- Add milk and vanilla, then beat until smooth and fluffy.
- Decorate cupcakes:
- Frost each cupcake generously. Dip the frosted cupcakes into chocolate sprinkles, covering the top and sides to resemble hedgehog spikes. Place a chocolate chip at one end of each cupcake for the nose. Attach two candy eyes above the nose. Arrange cupcakes on a tiered stand to form a tower.
Pin These cupcakes have become a favorite at family parties, always bringing joy and smiles to children.
Required Tools
Muffin pan, mixing bowls, electric mixer or whisk, measuring cups and spoons, spatula, wire rack
Allergen Information
Contains wheat (gluten), eggs, milk, and possibly soy (in some chocolate products). Check decorations for possible nut or soy traces if allergies are a concern.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 245, Total Fat: 11 g, Carbohydrates: 35 g, Protein: 2 g per cupcake
Pin Enjoy your whimsical hedgehog cupcakes as a delightful treat that’s sure to impress and please.
Recipe FAQ
- → How do I achieve the hedgehog spikes effect?
Dip the frosted cupcakes into chocolate sprinkles, covering the sides and top evenly to mimic hedgehog spikes.
- → What is the ideal baking temperature and time?
Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 18–20 minutes until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- → Can I use a substitute for vegetable oil?
Yes, you can replace vegetable oil with melted butter or a mild-flavored oil like canola.
- → How do I make the frosting smooth and fluffy?
Beat softened butter until creamy, gradually add powdered sugar and cocoa powder, then milk and vanilla until smooth and airy.
- → Are these suitable for nut allergies?
Ensure all decorations are nut-free and check chocolate ingredients carefully to avoid trace allergens.