In keeping with the festive spirit I thought I’d bake some Halloween Cupcakes!..more specifically Devil’s Food Cupcakes. I thought it was fitting with the occasion of goblins, and witches and devils. Oh my! These little cakes were quite delicious.. some didn’t live to see another day.  Such a shame. MmMm. Thanks Jordan for the great photo’s once again =)

It’s funny I searched and searched for these cupcake cups, or snack cups, because I thought they looked so cute and would be great for cupcakes. Now that i’ve used them I think i’ll stick to regular cupcake liners. These were too small, even thought I bought the large. And the batter just doesn’t rise enough for me. I like the tops to be a little more round. But either way, they were fun to decorate.

Ingredients:

1 box Devils Food Cake mix ( Ok, i was a little lazy and I was at school all day. PLuS! I’m going to see Madonna Tonight!! So the mix had to do )

Wilton Icing:

• 1/2 cup solid vegetable shortening
• 1/2 cup butter or margarine softened
• 1 tsp. vanilla
• 4 cups confectioner’s sugar (approximately 1 lb.) sifted
• 2 Tablespoons milk

Instructions
(Medium Consistency)

In large bowl, cream shortening and butter with electric mixer.Add vanilla.  Gradually add sugar, one cup at a time, beating well on medium speed. Scrape sides and bottom of bowl often. When all sugar has been mixed in, icing will appear dry.

Add milk and beat at medium speed until light and fluffy. Keep bowl covered with a damp cloth until ready to use. For best results, keep icing bowl in refrigerator when not in use.
Refrigerated in an airtight container, this icing can be stored 2 weeks. Re whip before using

Decorate as desired!

Happy Halloween!