Allergy-Friendly Chocolate Halloween Cupcakes (Print Version)

Moist chocolate cupcakes with allergy-friendly ingredients, perfect for festive occasions and safe for all.

# Components:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 1 1/4 cups gluten-free all-purpose flour blend
02 - 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
03 - 3/4 cup granulated sugar
04 - 1 teaspoon baking soda
05 - 1/2 teaspoon salt

→ Wet Ingredients

06 - 1 cup unsweetened oat milk or other allergy-friendly plant milk
07 - 1/3 cup vegetable oil, such as sunflower or canola
08 - 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
09 - 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract

→ Optional Decorations

10 - Allergy-friendly chocolate chips or sprinkles
11 - Dairy-free, nut-free frosting, store-bought or homemade
12 - Halloween-themed decorations, allergen-free

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F and line a 12-cup muffin tin with cupcake liners.
02 - Whisk gluten-free flour blend, cocoa powder, granulated sugar, baking soda, and salt in a large mixing bowl until evenly combined.
03 - Mix unsweetened oat milk, vegetable oil, apple cider vinegar, and vanilla extract together in a medium bowl.
04 - Pour wet mixture into dry ingredients and stir gently just until incorporated; avoid overmixing for optimal texture.
05 - Divide batter evenly among prepared cupcake liners, filling each about two-thirds full.
06 - Place muffin tin in preheated oven and bake for 20 to 22 minutes, testing with a toothpick for clean results.
07 - Let cupcakes cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack until completely cool.
08 - Once cooled, frost with dairy-free, nut-free frosting and garnish with allergy-friendly toppings as desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Easy to prepare with simple pantry items
  • Totally vegan and free from top allergens so everyone can share
  • Moist texture and rich chocolate taste even without eggs or dairy
  • Decorate for Halloween but works for birthdays or other occasions too
02 -
  • Totally free from milk eggs nuts peanuts soy and gluten when you use certified ingredients
  • Each cupcake only takes about forty two minutes from prep to table
  • Great way to include everyone at the party without extra fuss
03 -
  • Always sift the cocoa powder for the smoothest crumb
  • Do not skip vinegar it reacts with baking soda for maximum rise
  • Let the cupcakes cool fully before decorating for picture perfect results Every time I make these I am amazed at how forgiving and foolproof they are Make a double batch if you need a safe option for birthday parties or bake sales
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