Chocolate Chocolate Cupcake Recipe

Mak Erot

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Apr 11, 2025

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Decadent Chocolate Chocolate Cupcakes: A Recipe for Pure Indulgence

Are you a chocolate lover? Do you dream of rich, moist chocolate cupcakes that melt in your mouth? Then look no further! This recipe delivers intensely chocolatey cupcakes that are guaranteed to satisfy your cravings. We'll guide you through each step, ensuring perfectly baked cupcakes every time. Get ready for a chocolate explosion!

Ingredients:

This recipe yields approximately 12 standard-sized cupcakes.

For the Cupcakes:

• 1 ½ cups (190g) all-purpose flour
• 2 cups (400g) granulated sugar
• ¾ cup (60g) unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
• 1 ½ teaspoons baking soda
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup (240ml) buttermilk
• ½ cup (120ml) vegetable oil
• 2 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 cup (240ml) freshly brewed hot coffee

For the Chocolate Frosting:

• 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
• 3 cups (360g) powdered sugar
• ¾ cup (60g) unsweetened cocoa powder
• ½ cup (120ml) milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions:

Making the Chocolate Cupcakes:

1. Preheat & Prep: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners. This prevents sticking and makes for easy cupcake removal.
2. Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Ensure all the dry ingredients are thoroughly combined to avoid lumps in your batter.
3. Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, oil, eggs, and vanilla extract.
4. Combine Wet & Dry: Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; overmixing can lead to tough cupcakes.
5. Add Coffee: Slowly pour in the hot coffee while mixing on low speed. The coffee enhances the chocolate flavor and creates a wonderfully moist cupcake.
6. Fill Liners: Fill each cupcake liner about ¾ full.
7. Bake: Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. Cool: Let the cupcakes cool in the muffin tin for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Making the Chocolate Frosting:

1. Beat the Butter: In a large bowl, beat the softened butter with an electric mixer until light and fluffy. This is crucial for a smooth and creamy frosting.
2. Add Sugar & Cocoa: Gradually add the powdered sugar and cocoa powder, alternating with the milk, and beat until smooth and creamy.
3. Vanilla Extract: Stir in the vanilla extract.
4. Frost the Cupcakes: Once the cupcakes are completely cool, frost them generously with your delicious chocolate frosting.

Tips for Perfect Chocolate Cupcakes:

• Room Temperature Ingredients: Ensure your eggs and butter are at room temperature for optimal mixing and a smoother batter.
• Don't Overmix: Overmixing develops gluten, resulting in tough cupcakes. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
• Fresh Baking Powder & Soda: Use fresh baking powder and baking soda for the best rise.
• Quality Cocoa Powder: Using a good quality cocoa powder will make a noticeable difference in the flavor of your cupcakes.
• Get Creative with Frosting: Experiment with different frosting techniques, sprinkles, or chocolate shavings to add a personal touch.

This decadent chocolate chocolate cupcake recipe is perfect for birthdays, celebrations, or simply satisfying a chocolate craving. Enjoy! Remember to share your baking creations on social media using #ChocolateChocolateCupcakes!