Chocolate Cupcakes
Chocolate cupcakes are a sweet treat that will delight your senses! These moist, fluffy cupcakes, topped with rich frosting, are perfect for any occasion—whether it’s a birthday party or a simple weekday pick-me-up. Easy to bake and customizable, these chocolate cupcakes are sure to bring joy to your kitchen and smiles to your guests.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 12 cupcakes 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Frosting of your choice
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and sugar until well combined.
- In another bowl, mix melted butter with milk, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients, folding gently until just combined—avoid overmixing.
- Fill cupcake liners about two-thirds full and bake for 18-20 minutes or until they spring back when lightly pressed.
- Allow cooling in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Frost once completely cool.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (60g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: For added depth of flavor, consider adding espresso powder or chocolate chips to the batter. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to four days or freeze individually wrapped for later enjoyment.