Description
Chocolate cupcakes with chocolate buttercream frosting are the ultimate indulgence for any chocolate lover. These moist, fluffy treats are topped with a rich and creamy frosting that melts in your mouth. Perfect for birthdays, anniversaries, or simply to brighten up your day, these cupcakes will leave everyone wanting more. With easy-to-follow instructions and essential ingredients, you can whip up a batch in no time. Get ready to impress your friends and family with this delightful dessert!
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup cocoa powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 2 cups powdered sugar (for frosting)
- 4 oz cream cheese (optional, for frosting)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in vanilla extract.
- Gradually combine the dry ingredients with the wet mixture while alternating with milk until just combined.
- Fill cupcake liners about two-thirds full and bake for 18–20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks.
- For the frosting, beat softened butter until creamy; gradually add powdered sugar and cocoa powder while mixing on low speed. Adjust consistency with milk if needed, then frost cooled cupcakes.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (75g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 23g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg