Creating Witch Hat Cupcakes is straightforward when you follow these clear steps:

1. Preheat the Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare the cupcake tin with liners.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
3. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a separate large bowl, cream the softened butter with granulated sugar until fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
4. Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in the eggs one at a time, adding the vanilla extract, and mix well until combined.
5. Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture. Alternate with the milk, mixing until smooth.
6. Fill Cupcake Liners: Distribute the batter evenly into the prepared cupcake liners, filling them about ¾ full.
7. Bake: Place in the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
8. Cool: Remove from the oven and allow the cupcakes to cool in the tin for about 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
9. Prepare the Decorations: While the cupcakes cool, melt your candy melts in a microwave-safe bowl following package instructions.
10. Frost the Cupcakes: Once cool, use the chocolate frosting to frost each cupcake generously.
11. Assemble Witch Hats: Dip the top of each sugar cone into the melted candy. Once coated, carefully place it on top of each frosted cupcake to represent a witch hat.
12. Garnish: For added flair, sprinkle edible glitter or colorful sprinkles on top of the hats to enhance their magical appearance.