Description
White Russian Cupcakes are a delightful twist on the classic cocktail, combining rich coffee and creamy flavors in a moist cupcake. Each bite delivers a burst of nostalgia that will transport you to cozy gatherings or festive celebrations. With a simple recipe that’s perfect for bakers of all skill levels, these cupcakes are sure to impress your friends and family—without the hangover!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- ½ cup whole milk
- ½ cup unsalted butter (melted)
- ½ cup Kahlua coffee liqueur
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp Kahlua coffee liqueur
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with paper liners.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix melted butter, sugar, eggs, milk, Kahlua, and vanilla until smooth.
- Fold dry ingredients into wet ingredients until just combined.
- Fill each liner two-thirds full with batter and bake for 18–20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow cupcakes to cool completely before frosting with Kahlua-infused buttercream.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (85g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg