If you’re searching for a show-stopping treat that’s as magical as it is delicious, look no further than these Halloween Witch Hat Cupcakes. With a fluffy chocolate cupcake base, playful candy decorations, and a whimsical “witch hat” perched on top, these cupcakes bring spooky fun to any holiday get-together. Perfect for parties, bake sales, or a fun night in with the family, Halloween Witch Hat Cupcakes will cast a tasty spell over everyone who tries them.

Ingredients You’ll Need
One of the things I absolutely love about these Halloween Witch Hat Cupcakes is how simple the ingredients are, yet each one is key for flavor, texture, and bringing that striking witch hat to life. Here’s everything you’ll need—and why it matters:
- Chocolate Cake Mix: The rich, moist base for our cupcakes, and it’s super easy to work with for quick prep.
- Eggs, Oil, and Water (as listed on the cake mix box): These bring the cake mix to life, making your cupcakes soft, airy, and perfectly structured for stacking the hats.
- Chocolate Frosting: Acts as the glue for our decorations, and amps up the chocolatey goodness.
- Chocolate Sugar Cones: These form the iconic, pointy witch hat shape—so fun and delightfully crispy!
- Chocolate Sandwich Cookies (like Oreos): These cookies become the flat brim of each witch hat, and their dark color adds to the enchanting look.
- Assorted Halloween Sprinkles: Sprinkles add color, magic, and festive sparkle to the cones and cupcake tops—a must for party fun.
- Candy Melts or White Chocolate (green, purple, or orange): Perfect for melting, dipping, and creating those vivid, playful hat ribbons—choose your favorite spooky hue!
- Coconut Oil (optional): Stir this into your melted chocolate or candy melts to get that flawless, glossy finish on your hats.
- Black Food Coloring (optional): Boost your chocolate’s witchy darkness if you want a deeper, spookier shade.
- Cupcake Liners: These keep everything tidy and make your cupcakes easy to handle and share.
How to Make Halloween Witch Hat Cupcakes
Step 1: Bake the Cupcakes
Begin by preheating your oven according to the cake mix directions, then line a cupcake pan with your favorite festive cupcake liners. Prepare the chocolate cake batter as directed on the box, carefully mixing until smooth. Fill each liner about two-thirds full, and bake until the cupcakes are springy and a toothpick comes out clean. Let them cool completely so your decorations don’t melt in the next steps.
Step 2: Prepare the Witch Hat Toppers
While the cupcakes cool, it’s time to work magic on the hats! Gently melt your candy melts or white chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl, stirring every 30 seconds until smooth. Add a bit of coconut oil if you want your chocolate extra glossy and drippy. Dip the open end of each chocolate sugar cone into the melted chocolate, letting the chocolate coat the rim. While it’s wet, shower the rim with sprinkles for that enchanting, festive vibe. Place the cones upside down on parchment paper and let them set.
Step 3: Frost the Cupcakes
Once the cupcakes are cool, spread a generous swirl of chocolate frosting on each—don’t be shy! The frosting acts as the anchor for your witch hats and adds a luscious layer of flavor. If you want to get ahead, you can pipe it on for bakery-style swirls.
Step 4: Assemble the Witch Hat
To create the hat, gently press a chocolate sandwich cookie onto the center of each frosted cupcake—this becomes the hat’s brim. Next, balance the chocolate-dipped sugar cone upside-down on top of the cookie for the pointy hat. If you like, drizzle more melted, colored candy melts around the cone’s base for a hatband effect. Have fun and get creative—this step is where the magic happens, and no two witch hats need to look the same!
Step 5: Decorate and Set
Add more Halloween sprinkles or a swirl of colored icing to finish your witchy creations. For crisp, clean lines and a sturdy hat, pop the cupcakes in the fridge for a quick chill. This helps everything set beautifully for serving and keeps the decoration picture-perfect.
How to Serve Halloween Witch Hat Cupcakes

Garnishes
Top your Halloween Witch Hat Cupcakes with extra sprinkles, a hint of edible glitter, or even little candy eyes for spooky fun. You can also pipe a loop or curl on the hat’s tip with colored icing to mimic a witch’s flourish!
Side Dishes
Serve these cupcakes with a glass of cold milk, mugs of hot chocolate, or even a cauldron of fruit punch. On the snack table, pair them with salty popcorn, caramel apples, or festive pretzel sticks for a balanced treat assortment that appeals to all ages.
Creative Ways to Present
Arrange Halloween Witch Hat Cupcakes on a black cake stand, surrounded by fake cobwebs and mini pumpkins, for instant party flair. For a kids’ party, set up a “decorate your own” cupcake bar with different sprinkles and icings, or serve in individual cupcake holders wrapped with Halloween ribbon for a take-home treat.
Make Ahead and Storage
Storing Leftovers
Store leftover Halloween Witch Hat Cupcakes in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days, or in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. If your home is warm or humid, the fridge will help keep the decorations in place and the frosting firm.
Freezing
If you need to plan ahead, freeze the undecorated cupcakes for up to 2 months—just wrap each tightly in plastic wrap, then place in a freezer bag. Thaw at room temperature, then assemble with frosting and toppings on party day for best texture and taste.
Reheating
Because frosted cupcakes and chocolate decorations can melt, avoid reheating in the oven or microwave. Instead, serve Halloween Witch Hat Cupcakes straight from the fridge, or let them sit at room temperature for 10 to 15 minutes so the flavors and textures shine.
FAQs
Can I use a homemade cupcake recipe instead of a cake mix?
Absolutely! Your favorite scratch-made chocolate cupcake recipe will be a delicious base for these cupcakes. Just make sure your cupcakes are sturdy enough to support the toppings.
How far in advance can I make the witch hat toppers?
You can make and decorate the chocolate-dipped sugar cones up to 2 days in advance. Store them in a cool, dry place, but avoid the refrigerator, which can make the cones soften over time.
What if my candy melts are too thick to dip?
If your melted candy feels difficult to work with, add a little coconut oil (or vegetable oil) at a time until it’s glossy and easy to dip. This trick helps get a super smooth finish for your witch hat rims!
Can I substitute white chocolate for candy melts?
Yes, you can use white chocolate and tint it with gel food coloring for your ribbon and accents. Just be mindful that white chocolate can seize if overheated—melt gently and stir often.
Are these cupcakes safe for kids to make?
Absolutely! Halloween Witch Hat Cupcakes are perfect for little hands to help with assembly and decorating. Just assist with any melting or dipping steps, and then let the kids go wild with sprinkles and toppings.
Final Thoughts
I can’t recommend Halloween Witch Hat Cupcakes enough for your next spooky celebration. Each bite is chocolatey, whimsical, and so much fun to make and share. Grab your ingredients, invite a few little helpers, and get ready to whip up a batch of the most enchanting cupcakes on the block!
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Halloween Witch Hat Cupcakes Recipe
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 12 cupcakes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
These Halloween Witch Hat Cupcakes are a spooky and fun treat for any Halloween party. Chocolate cupcakes topped with chocolate frosting and a witch hat made from a chocolate sugar cone, these cupcakes are sure to delight both kids and adults alike.
Ingredients
Cupcakes:
- 1 box chocolate cake mix (plus ingredients listed on the box)
- cupcake liners
Decorations:
- 1 cup chocolate frosting
- 12 chocolate sugar cones
- 12 chocolate sandwich cookies (like Oreos)
- assorted Halloween sprinkles
- 1/2 cup candy melts or white chocolate (colored green, purple, or orange)
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil (optional, for smoother melted chocolate)
- black food coloring (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare Cupcakes: Preheat the oven and line a cupcake pan. Prepare the chocolate cake batter as directed, fill cupcake liners, bake, and let cool.
- Decorate Witch Hats: Melt candy melts or white chocolate, dip sugar cones, add sprinkles, and let set.
- Assemble Cupcakes: Frost each cupcake, place a sandwich cookie on top, and add the decorated sugar cone as a hat. Optionally drizzle more chocolate around the base.
- Final Touches: Decorate with sprinkles or icing as desired. Chill briefly before serving.
Notes
- Use any cupcake flavor for variety.
- Fill cupcakes with colored frosting for a surprise inside.
- Decorate cones ahead of time.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg