Cakes & CupcakesNo. 6237 · The 2026 edition
100 Cute Thanksgiving Dessert Ideas
Adorable candy corn turkeys on chocolate cupcakes will steal the show at your Thanksgiving table.
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These cute turkey cupcakes are made from a simple chocolate cake mix, frosted, and decorated with candy corn feathers, an Oreo body, and candy eyes. They come together quickly and are perfect for a festive dessert. Kids and adults alike will love these playful treats.
Ingredients
Directions
- Set your oven to 350°F and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
- In a large bowl, whisk together chocolate cake mix, eggs, oil, and water until combined.
- Beat with an electric mixer on medium for 2 minutes, until the batter is smooth.
- Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners, then bake for 18 to 20 minutes.
- Allow the cupcakes to cool completely on a wire rack before decorating.
- Using a spatula, spread an even layer of chocolate frosting over each cupcake.
- Place 5 to 6 pieces of candy corn around the top edge of each cupcake to form turkey feathers.
- Set one Oreo cookie in the middle of each cupcake and press it down lightly.
- Finish by attaching two candy eyes onto the Oreo to create the turkey's face.
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