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Chocolate Cupcakes

Deliciously moist chocolate cupcakes, perfect for any occasion. Easy to make and guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser!
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American
Servings 12
Calories 120 kcal

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
  • 0.75 cups Unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1.5 cups Granulated sugar
  • 1.5 teaspoons Baking powder
  • 0.75 teaspoon Baking soda
  • 0.75 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 cup Buttermilk
  • 0.5 cup Vegetable oil
  • 2 large Eggs
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
  • 1 cup Boiling water

Instructions
 

Preparation Steps

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together buttermilk, oil, eggs, and vanilla extract.
  • Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  • Slowly pour in the boiling water and mix until smooth.
  • Fill the muffin liners about 2/3 full.
  • Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Let cool in the tin for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

These cupcakes are even better the next day! Feel free to add chocolate chips or frosting.

Nutrition

Serving: 200gCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 120gProtein: 120gFat: 120gSaturated Fat: 120gPolyunsaturated Fat: 120gMonounsaturated Fat: 120gTrans Fat: 120gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 120gSugar: 120gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 120mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 120mg
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