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A trio of delicious chocolate cupcakes with rich frosting

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This recipe provides a simple and delicious way to make chocolate cupcakes. It is suitable for beginners and yields fluffy, moist cupcakes perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Additional
  • 1/2 cup hot water

Equipment

  • Muffin tin
  • Paper liners
  • Large bowl
  • Whisk
  • Medium bowl
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
Mixing Wet Ingredients
  1. In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract.
  2. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
Finishing the Batter
  1. Carefully stir in the hot water until the batter is smooth and a little thin.
  2. Fill each muffin cup about two-thirds full with the batter.
Baking
  1. Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean.
  2. Let the cupcakes cool in the muffin tin for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

For an extra rich flavor, you can add 1/2 teaspoon of instant espresso powder to the hot water. Make sure not to overmix the batter, as this can lead to dry cupcakes.