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Delicious Chocolate Cupcakes
Molly

Delicious Chocolate Cupcakes

Tender, rich, and perfectly moist chocolate cupcakes with deep cocoa flavor. Made with a buttermilk and butter base, these easy-to-bake treats are ideal for sharing. Decorate with homemade frosting for an extra special touch.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 ½ cups flour, all-purpose or cake
  • ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • ½ cup butter, room temperature
  • 1 ½ cups sugar, brown or white
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 cup buttermilk (or 1 cup milk + 1 tbsp lemon juice)
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp baking soda
  • ½ tsp salt

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C)
  2. Line a cupcake tin with paper liners
  3. In a bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy
  4. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition
  5. Sift flour, cocoa, baking powder, baking soda, and salt into a separate bowl
  6. Alternate adding dry ingredients and buttermilk to the wet mixture, mixing on low until just combined
  7. Fill each liner 2/3 full with batter and bake for 18–20 minutes
  8. Cool completely before frosting

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 3gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 110mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12g

Notes

Room-temperature eggs and butter ensure a smooth batter
Buttermilk helps balance the chocolate richness and adds moisture
Store cupcakes in an airtight container for up to 3 days

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