Description
These Chocolate Cupcakes are incredibly moist and rich, making them a perfect treat for any occasion. Featuring cocoa powder, buttermilk, and a hint of coffee, they are simple to make and irresistibly delicious, perfect for sharing with friends and family.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (125g) all-purpose flour, spooned & leveled, if not weighed
- 1/2 cup (45g) unsweetened cocoa powder
- 3/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup (60ml) vegetable oil
- 1 large egg, room temperature
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup (120ml) buttermilk, room temperature
- 1/3 cup (80ml) freshly brewed coffee, or boiling water
- 1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
- 3.5-4.5 cups (385-495g) powdered sugar, sifted and divided
- 2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup (68g) unsweetened cocoa powder, sifted
- 3-4 tablespoons (45-60 ml) whipping cream, or milk
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and line a 12-cup muffin pan with paper liners.
- In a large bowl, whisk the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and granulated sugar together.
- In another bowl, mix the vegetable oil, egg, vanilla extract, and buttermilk until smooth.
- Make a well in the dry ingredients and pour in the wet mixture, gently mixing together.
- When partially combined, add the freshly brewed coffee and mix until smooth.
- Fill muffin cups with batter about halfway, totaling 11-12 cupcakes.
- Bake for 16-20 minutes on the middle rack until tops are firm and toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool in the pan for 10-20 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
For best results, ensure all ingredients are at room temperature before mixing.
Use boiling water instead of coffee for a milder flavor if preferred.
Store cupcakes in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg