Wriggle Into Halloween with These Dirt Cupcakes
Get ready to delight your taste buds and spook your guests with these fun and festive Halloween Dirt Cupcakes with Gummy Worms! These treats start with moist, premade chocolate cupcakes, making them quick and easy to prepare (or decorate with your kids!) Topped with rich, homemade chocolate frosting and adorned with wriggly gummy worms, they perfectly capture the eerie essence of Halloween. Perfect for parties or a family treat, these cupcakes are sure to be a hit with both kids and adults alike.
Dirt Cupcakes (with Gummy Worms and Chocolate Buttercream)
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Prep: 10 minutes | Assembly Time: 5 minutes | Total Time: 15 minute
Main Ingredients:
- 13 premade chocolate cupcakes (for a homemade chocolate cupcake recipe, check out this post: Chocolate Cupcakes with Nutella Buttercream Frosting)
- 1 package sour gummy worms
Frosting Ingredients:
- 1 stick unsalted butter (room temp)
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 2 Tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 Tbsp heavy cream
- 1 tsp espresso powder
Directions
Make the frosting by adding the butter to a large mixing bowl and mix on medium speed for 1-2 minutes. Reduce the speed to low and slowly add in the powdered sugar.
Pause to scrape the bowl, add in the heavy cream, cacao powder and espresso powder.
Continue to mix on medium speed for another 1-2 minutes until a light and fully frosting has formed.
Transfer to a piping bag.
In a small bowl, crumble one of the cupcakes into fine pieces to look like dirt.
Assemble the cupcakes by putting one outside circle of frosting, lay two gummy worms on top and finish piping the top layer of frosting.
Add a final gummy worm and sprinkle the cupcake crumble on top to give the appearance of dirt.
Enjoy!
FAQ
1. Can I use store-bought frosting instead of making homemade chocolate frosting?
Absolutely! While homemade chocolate frosting adds a special touch, store-bought frosting works just as well and saves time.
2. How far in advance can I make these cupcakes?
You can bake the cupcakes and prepare the frosting a day in advance. Store the cupcakes in an airtight container at room temperature and the frosting in the refrigerator. Assemble with gummy worms just before serving for the best presentation.
3. Can I add other toppings besides gummy worms?
Definitely! Feel free to get creative with toppings like candy eyeballs, crushed chocolate cookies for extra “dirt,” or any other spooky candies you like.
4. Are there any allergy-friendly substitutions for this recipe?
Yes, you can use gluten-free cupcakes and dairy-free frosting to accommodate dietary restrictions. Make sure to check the labels on all ingredients to ensure they meet your specific allergy needs.
Dirt Cupcakes with Chocolate Buttercream Frosting
These Dirt Cupcakes are a spooky and delicious treat, featuring premade chocolate cupcakes topped with rich, homemade chocolate frosting. Adorned with gummy worms, they create a fun and eerie dessert perfect for any celebration (including Halloween!)
Ingredients
- 13 premade chocolate cupcakes
- 1 package sour gummy worms
- 1 stick unsalted butter (room temp)
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 2 Tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 Tbsp heavy cream
- 1 tsp espresso powder
Instructions
Make the frosting by adding the butter to a large mixing bowl and mix on medium speed for 1-2 minutes. Reduce the speed to low and slowly add in the powdered sugar.
Pause to scrape the bowl, add in the heavy cream, cacao powder and espresso powder.
Continue to mix on medium speed for another 1-2 minutes until a light and fully frosting has formed.
Transfer to a piping bag.
In a small bowl, crumble one of the cupcakes into fine pieces to look like dirt.
Assemble the cupcakes by putting one outside circle of frosting, lay two gummy worms on top and finish piping the top layer of frosting.
Add a final gummy worm and sprinkle the cupcake crumble on top to give the appearance of dirt.
Enjoy!
