Dessert is the final clue in any well-plotted murder mystery party. It’s the sweet, shocking twist your guests didn’t see coming. From blood-spattered cupcakes to edible evidence, these desserts don’t just satisfy cravings—they tell a story.

Inside This Murderous Menu:

• Blood-red velvet cupcakes
• No-bake graveyard dirt cake
• Cheesecake with cherry “evidence”
• Easy black cocoa cookies

Of course, the real suspense comes from the storyline, the drama, and the reveal—and for that, The Murder Mystery Company is the only suspect worth calling in. They bring a professional cast and a full murder mystery dinner party game right to your event. You bring the sweets, they’ll bring the suspense.

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1. Blood-Red Velvet Cupcakes with Knife Toppers

A classic cupcake with a dangerous twist.

Ingredients:

• 1 box red velvet cake mix
• 3 eggs
• 1/2 cup oil
• 1 cup water
• Cream cheese frosting
• Red gel food coloring
• Candy knives or chocolate shards for garnish

Instructions:

1. Bake cupcakes according to box instructions. Let cool.
2. Frost with cream cheese frosting.
3. Drizzle red gel for a “bloody” look.
4. Top each one with a mini candy knife or edible “glass.”

2. Graveyard Dirt Cake

A spooky showstopper perfect for mystery-themed nights.

Ingredients:

• 1 package Oreos, crushed
• 1 package chocolate instant pudding
• 2 cups milk
• 1 (8 oz) tub whipped topping (like Cool Whip)
• 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup powdered sugar
• Milano cookies or graham crackers (tombstones)
• Gummy worms and candy bones

Instructions:

1. Whisk pudding mix and milk; chill 5 minutes.
2. Beat cream cheese and powdered sugar, then fold in whipped topping.
3. Combine pudding and cream cheese mixture.
4. In a 9×13 dish, layer crushed Oreos, pudding mix, then more Oreos on top.
5. Decorate with Milano “gravestones,” worms, and bones.

Add guest names to the tombstones with black icing for an eerie twist. This dessert becomes a centerpiece and treat all in one!

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3. Cherry Cheesecake “Crime Scenes”

A suspiciously sweet bite.

Ingredients (mini cheesecakes):

• 1 package graham crackers, crushed
• 1/4 cup melted butter
• 2 blocks cream cheese
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 2 eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla
• Cherry pie filling

Instructions:

1. Mix graham crackers with butter and press into cupcake liners.
2. Beat cream cheese, sugar, eggs, and vanilla until smooth.
3. Pour over crusts and bake at 325°F for 20 minutes.
4. Cool and top with cherry filling to mimic blood splatter.

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4. Black Cocoa “Fingerprint” Cookies

The perfect noir-style sweet.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup butter, softened
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1 tsp vanilla
• 2 cups flour
• 1/2 cup black cocoa powder
• Powdered sugar for dusting

Instructions:

1. Cream butter and sugars. Mix in vanilla.
2. Add flour and cocoa powder. Chill 30 minutes.
3. Roll into balls, press lightly with your finger for a “print.”
4. Bake at 350°F for 12 minutes. Dust with powdered sugar.

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Justice is Served With the Pros

Desserts bring the drama, but The Murder Mystery Company brings the entire show. Let them transform your event into a laugh-out-loud, clue-filled evening your guests will talk about long after the last cookie crumbles.

Call 888-643-2583 or fill out a contact form at The Murder Mystery Company’s website to start planning your murder mystery game night. Dessert optional—but highly encouraged.