Delicious Vegan Chocolate Cupcakes with a Spirited Matcha Twist for Halloween

Get into the Halloween spirit with these decadent vegan chocolate cupcakes topped with a vibrant green matcha icing. These spooky treats are not only egg-free and dairy-free, but also bursting with rich chocolate flavor and the healthy benefits of matcha. Perfect for Halloween parties or as a sweet surprise treat!

Ingredients

• For the Cupcakes:
• 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
• 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 cup boiling water
• For the Matcha Icing:
• 1 cup vegan butter, softened
• 3 cups powdered sugar
• 2 tablespoons matcha powder
• 2 tablespoons almond milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Green food coloring (optional, for a more vibrant color)

Directions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a cupcake pan with paper liners.
2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. Add the almond milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix until well combined.
4. Gradually pour in the boiling water while stirring the batter. The batter will be thin, but that's normal.
5. Divide the batter equally among the cupcake liners, filling each about 2/3 of the way full.
6. Bake the cupcakes in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7. Remove the cupcakes from the oven and allow them to cool completely on a wire rack.
8. In the meantime, prepare the matcha icing by creaming the softened vegan butter in a mixing bowl until smooth and fluffy.
9. Gradually add the powdered sugar, matcha powder, almond milk, and vanilla extract to the creamed butter while mixing on low speed. Increase the speed and continue mixing until the icing is smooth and creamy.
10. If desired, add a few drops of green food coloring for a more intense green color.
11. Once the cupcakes have cooled, frost them generously with the matcha icing using a piping bag or a spatula.
12. For a fun Halloween touch, decorate the cupcakes with Halloween-themed edible decorations or sprinkles.
13. Serve and enjoy these vegan Halloween chocolate cupcakes with matcha icing! They are best enjoyed within 2-3 days.

Interesting Facts