Description
Indulge in the ultimate dessert experience with these heavenly Cupcakes with Chocolate Buttercream. Perfect for any occasion, these soft and fluffy chocolate cupcakes are crowned with a rich, creamy buttercream frosting that is simply irresistible. Whether you’re celebrating a special event or just satisfying your sweet tooth, this delightful recipe promises to impress both friends and family alike. With simple ingredients and straightforward steps, even novice bakers can create these scrumptious treats that look as good as they taste.
Ingredients
– 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
– 1 cup granulated sugar
– ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
– 1 teaspoon baking powder
– ½ teaspoon salt
– 2 large eggs
– ½ cup whole milk
– ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
3. In another bowl, cream butter and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time along with vanilla.
4. Alternate adding dry ingredients and milk to the creamed mixture until just combined.
5. Fill cupcake liners two-thirds full and bake for 18-20 minutes. Cool on wire racks.
6. For the frosting, beat softened butter until smooth, then gradually mix in powdered sugar and cocoa powder; add milk to achieve desired consistency.
Notes
– For added flavor, consider mixing in chocolate chips or nuts into the batter.
– Experiment with different extracts like peppermint or almond for the buttercream.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 15g
- Fat: 9g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Protein: 2g