Description
White Russian Cupcakes with Kahlúa Buttercream are a delightful blend of dessert and cocktail, offering a moist, coffee-infused cupcake topped with a rich buttercream frosting. These indulgent treats are perfect for any gathering, bringing a sophisticated twist to your traditional cupcake experience. With each bite, enjoy the flavors of coffee liqueur and creamy frosting that will leave everyone craving more. Bake these show-stopping cupcakes for your next party and watch them disappear!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1/4 cup Kahlúa coffee liqueur
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar, sifted
- 1/4 cup Kahlúa coffee liqueur
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- 1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with paper liners.
- 2. Whisk together flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, and a pinch of salt in a bowl.
- 3. In another bowl, combine eggs, milk, and half of the Kahlúa; mix until smooth.
- 4. Gradually add wet ingredients to dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
- 5. Pour batter into cupcake liners (fill about two-thirds full) and bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- 6. For the buttercream, beat softened butter until creamy; gradually add powdered sugar and remaining Kahlúa along with vanilla extract until smooth.
- 7. Once cupcakes are completely cool, frost generously with Kahlúa buttercream.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (75g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 55mg