Description
Super moist chocolate cupcakes topped with rich chocolate frosting for the ultimate chocolate lover’s dream
Ingredients
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For the Cupcakes:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 3/4 cup buttermilk
For the Frosting:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- 1/3 cup cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup melted dark chocolate
- 2 tbsp milk
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake tray with liners.
- In a bowl, whisk flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat sugar, brown sugar, and oil. Add eggs and vanilla.
- Alternate adding dry ingredients and buttermilk, mixing until smooth.
- Pour batter into cupcake liners and bake for 18-20 minutes. Let cool.
- For the frosting, beat butter until creamy, then add powdered sugar, cocoa powder, melted chocolate, and milk.
- Pipe the frosting onto the cooled cupcakes and enjoy!
Notes
- Use hot coffee instead of buttermilk for a richer flavor.
- Sprinkle with chocolate shavings for extra decadence.
- Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
