Description
Chocolate cupcakes are the ultimate indulgence, offering a rich cocoa flavor and a soft, fluffy texture that melts in your mouth. Perfect for any occasion, these delightful treats are easy to make and sure to impress friends and family alike. Whether you’re celebrating a birthday or enjoying a cozy night in, moist chocolate cupcakes topped with creamy frosting will satisfy your sweet cravings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup whole milk (or almond milk)
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat the eggs before mixing in the milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- Spoon the batter into prepared liners and bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool before frosting.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (50g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg