Description
Rich and soft chocolate cupcakes that are perfect for any celebration or sweet craving.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 and 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 and 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 and 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare the cupcake tray with liners.
- Mix the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a large bowl.
- Add the eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract; mix on medium speed for about 2 minutes.
- Incorporate the boiling water into the batter until smooth.
- Fill each cupcake liner about two-thirds full with the batter.
- Bake for about 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool the cupcakes for 10 minutes in the tray, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
For toppings and decorations, consider using sprinkles, chocolate shavings, or fresh berries.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: cupcakes, chocolate cupcakes, dessert, baking, sweet treats