Follow these simple steps to create your Amazing Easy Reindeer Cupcakes:

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a cupcake tray with cupcake liners.

2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and cocoa powder.

3. Combine Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, mix together vegetable oil, eggs, milk, and vanilla extract until well incorporated.

4. Combine Mixtures: Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.

5. Fill Cupcake Liners: Fill each cupcake liner about 2/3 full with the batter.

6. Bake: Place in the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

7. Cool: Remove the cupcakes from the oven and allow them to cool in the pan for about 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

8. Decorate Cupcakes: Once the cupcakes are cool, it’s time to assemble your reindeer.

9. Add Antlers: Take a small pretzel and gently break it in half. Insert each half into the top of the cupcake as antlers.

10. Attach Eyes and Nose: Use frosting to “glue” the candy eyes and red candy balls or chocolate-covered cherries on the cupcake to create the reindeer’s face.

11. Finish with Chocolate Chips: For added flair, sprinkle mini chocolate chips on top of the cupcake for a final touch.

These steps ensure that your Easy Reindeer Cupcakes come together effortlessly, allowing you to enjoy the process!