Witch's Cupcakes
Description
1. For cupcakes: Preheat oven or baking chamber to 150 degrees. Place paper liners into cupcake molds. Put chocolate and prune juice into a heatproof container and heat in the microwave at low power until the chocolate is completely melted. 2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. In another bowl, beat the egg and one additional egg yolk with a mixer for 2–3 minutes. Gradually add buttermilk and oil, then mix in vanilla and the melted chocolate mixture. Add the flour mixture and beat thoroughly until smooth. 3. Pour the batter into cupcake molds, filling each mold halfway. Bake in the oven for about 25 minutes. Check doneness with a toothpick. Let the cupcakes cool for 10 minutes. 4. For the frosting: In a large bowl, beat butter, peanut butter, and cheese with a mixer. Gradually add powdered sugar and milk, mixing well. Add food coloring if desired. Chill the frosting. 5. Decoration: To create the witch hat cone, cut out the center of each cupcake in a cone or wedge shape using a knife. Place a mound of frosting in the center of each cupcake to fill the hole and form a face. Place a cookie on top of the frosting as the hat base. Set the cupcake cone on the cookie and decorate the edges with sprinkles or small candies. Use shredded coconut for hair and candies for eyes and nose. Chill for 30 minutes before serving. Serve cooled or slightly warm.