Description
These Zombie Cake Cups are a fun and spooky dessert perfect for Halloween or any themed party. Featuring bright neon lime green cake layers, rich vanilla and chocolate frostings, crumbled Oreo cookies, and creepy zombie finger suckers on top, these individual cake cups combine vibrant colors and playful textures to delight both kids and adults alike.
Ingredients
Scale
Cake Batter
- 1/2 cup Butter (softened)
- 3/4 cup Sugar
- 2 Eggs
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
- 1/2 cup Milk
- 1 1/4 cups All-Purpose Flour
- 1 1/4 teaspoons Baking Powder
- 1/3 teaspoon Salt
- Neon Lime Green Food Coloring Gel (start with 3 drops, add more as needed)
Toppings & Decoration
- 1 package Oreo Cookies (about 16 cookies, crushed or crumbled)
- 1 package Vanilla Frosting (prepared in a piping bag, e.g., Pillsbury Brand)
- 1 package Chocolate Frosting (prepared in a piping bag, e.g., Pillsbury Brand)
- 1 package Chocolate Sprinkles/Jimmies
- 1 package Zombie Finger Suckers (candy decoration)
Instructions
- Prepare Cake Batter: In the mixing bowl of a stand mixer, combine softened butter, sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, and milk. Blend these ingredients together until creamy and smooth.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add these dry ingredients into the wet mixture and mix on low speed until just combined.
- Add Food Coloring and Blend: Scrape down the sides of the bowl, then mix on high speed until the batter is smooth and creamy. Add neon lime green food coloring gel drop by drop (starting with 3 drops) and mix well until your desired vibrant green color is achieved.
- Bake the Cake: Grease and flour an 8×8 inch dish or a 9-inch cake pan. Pour the prepared cake batter evenly into the pan. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 20 to 25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Remove from oven and transfer the cake to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Crumble Cake Base: Once the cake has completely cooled, crumble portions of the cake evenly into the bottom of individual serving dishes or cups, forming the first layer.
- Layer Frosting and Toppings: Pipe a swirl of vanilla frosting over the crumbled cake layer and sprinkle with chocolate sprinkles. Add another layer of crumbled cake on top, then pipe chocolate frosting in a swirl, sprinkle with more chocolate sprinkles, and finally add a generous layer of crumbled Oreo cookies.
- Decorate with Zombie Fingers: Insert two zombie finger suckers into the top of each cake cup so that the finger tops stick out visibly, adding a spooky finishing touch. Serve immediately and enjoy your creepy, delicious treat!
Notes
- Be sure the cake is completely cool before crumbling to prevent the frosting from melting or sliding.
- Adjust the amount of neon lime green food coloring to get your preferred shade of bright green.
- You can substitute store-bought frosting with homemade vanilla and chocolate frosting if preferred.
- Use a sturdy container or cupcake cups for easy serving and decorating.
- Perfect for Halloween parties or themed gatherings with kids.
