Description
Indulge in the ultimate chocolate experience with these moist and rich chocolate cupcakes. Perfect for any occasion, these decadent treats are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth!
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup buttermilk (room temperature)
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup hot water or hot coffee
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 350°F and line a 12-cup muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- Prepare Batter: In a large bowl, whisk together dry ingredients. Add wet ingredients and mix until combined. Slowly add hot water or coffee to the batter, whisking carefully.
- Bake: Divide batter among liners and bake for 18–20 minutes. Cool in pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For extra richness, use hot coffee instead of water.
- Pair with chocolate buttercream, cream cheese frosting, or whipped ganache for a decadent treat.
- Cupcakes can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
