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Chocolate Cupcakes with Chocolate Frosting

Chocolate Cupcakes with Chocolate Frosting: 5 Irresistible Tips


  • Author: Christina R. Jones
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 12 cupcakes 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Delicious chocolate cupcakes topped with rich chocolate frosting.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a bowl, combine flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Add vegetable oil, eggs, vanilla, and buttermilk to the dry ingredients.
  4. Mix until well combined.
  5. Fill cupcake liners with the batter.
  6. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Let cupcakes cool completely before frosting.
  8. For frosting, mix cocoa powder, butter, powdered sugar, and milk until smooth.
  9. Frost the cupcakes with the chocolate frosting.

Notes

  • Store cupcakes in an airtight container.
  • Frosting can be made ahead and refrigerated.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cupcake
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 25g
  • Sodium: 180mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg

Keywords: Chocolate Cupcakes, Chocolate Frosting, Dessert, Baking