Are you craving a sweet and decadent treat but don't have the time or budget for complicated recipes? Look no further! We've got you covered with our ultimate guide to creating moist chocolate cupcakes that are super easy to make and won't break the bank. With a few simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you'll be enjoying these delightful cupcakes in no time!
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SUPER EASY CHOCOLATE CUPCAKES
An easy chocolate cupcake that will cure any chocolate lover's craving. I find that, instead of using frosting, a bit of chocolate syrup on the top works best!
Provided by Michelle
Categories Desserts Cakes Cupcake Recipes Chocolate
Time 35m
Yield 18
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease two 12 cup muffin pans or line with 18 paper baking cups.
- In a medium bowl, beat the shortening and sugar with an electric mixer until light and fluffy. Mix in the eggs, one at a time, then stir in vanilla, instant coffee and cayenne pepper. Combine the flour, cocoa, baking powder, baking soda and salt; stir into the batter, alternating with the water, just until blended. Spoon the batter into the prepared cups, dividing evenly.
- Bake in the preheated oven until the tops spring back when lightly pressed, 20 to 25 minutes. Cool in the pan set over a wire rack. When cool, arrange the cupcakes on a serving platter and frost as desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 220.2 calories, Carbohydrate 32.3 g, Cholesterol 20.7 mg, Fat 9.7 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 2.9 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, Sodium 180.3 mg, Sugar 18.7 g
SUPER EASY, SUPER MOIST CHOCOLATE CUPCAKES
Steps:
- Preheat the oven and prep muffin tin: Preheat oven to 350°F with a rack in the middle position. Prepare a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- Whisk the dry ingredients: In a large bowl, vigorously whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking soda, and salt until there are no visible clumps (cocoa tends to clump up).
- Mix the wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, mix together the coffee (or water plus coffee granules), vinegar, vanilla extract, and olive oil.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients: Stir only until they just come together. Do not over-beat! The mixture should be thin and rather lumpy.
- Ladle the batter into the cupcake liners: Fill liners about two-thirds of the way full.
- Bake: Place in oven and bake at 350°F for 18 to 20 minutes, until a bamboo skewer inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Remove from oven and let cool in the pan for 5 minutes: Remove from the pan and let cool on a rack. Once cool, you can eat plain, sprinkle with powdered sugar, or drizzle or coat with frosting when completely cool. For the frosting:
- Melt the butter: Melt the butter in a small saucepan and remove from heat.
- Stir in the remaining ingredients a little at a time: Stir in the cocoa until smooth. Sprinkle in about a third of the powdered sugar, stir, then sprinkle in about a half of the milk. Keep alternating with the powdered sugar and either milk or vanilla, stirring after each addition, until the frosting is the consistency you want, and smooth. If it's too runny, add more powdered sugar. If too stiff, add a little more milk or vanilla extract.
- Frost individual cooled cupcakes: Scoop the frosting into the corner of a zip top freezer bag. Use scissors to cut away 1/4-inch or so from the tip of the corner. Then just squeeze the frosting out of the bag onto the cupcakes in any design you like.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 295 kcal, Carbohydrate 46 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 157 mg, Sugar 31 g, Fat 11 g, ServingSize Makes 12 cupcakes, UnsaturatedFat 0 g
MOIST CHOCOLATE CUPCAKES- SUPER EASY- BUDGET
I actually found this recipe in a book entitled "The I Don't Know How to Cook Cookbook" and it is very tasty. The cupcakes turn out moist and delicious! They are very easy to make, and contain no eggs or milk. Pair with your favorite icing. However, Buttermilk or milk may be substituted for water and melted butter may be substituted for the oil.
Provided by LaTigress
Categories Dessert
Time 25m
Yield 20 cupcakes, 20 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Mix all of the dry ingredients well with a mixer or wooden spoon first then add in all your liquid ingredients. It should be brown and smooth, free of lumps.
- Bake at 350 F for 15-17 minutes if you are baking cupcakes for a cake I'd say 17-25 minutes.
CHOCOLATE CUPCAKES
Chocolate cupcakes are the ultimate party food. Make some for your next party!
Provided by Ladan M Miller
Categories Desserts Cakes Cupcake Recipes Chocolate
Time 30m
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a muffin pan with paper or foil liners. Sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cocoa and salt. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well with each addition, then stir in the vanilla. Add the flour mixture alternately with the milk; beat well. Fill the muffin cups 3/4 full.
- Bake for 15 to 17 minutes in the preheated oven, or until a toothpick inserted into the cake comes out clean. Frost with your favorite frosting when cool.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 157.8 calories, Carbohydrate 29.8 g, Cholesterol 30.5 mg, Fat 3.9 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 3.2 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 114.5 mg, Sugar 19.6 g
SUPER MOIST CHOCOLATE CUPCAKES
Made from simple everyday ingredients, these chocolate cupcakes with vanilla frosting will be your new favorite. For best results, use natural cocoa powder and buttermilk.
Provided by Sally
Categories Dessert
Time 3h25m
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (177°C). Line a 12-cup muffin pan with cupcake liners. Line a second pan with 2 liners - this recipe makes about 14 cupcakes. Set aside.
- Whisk the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt together in a large bowl until thoroughly combined. Set aside. In a medium bowl, whisk the eggs, granulated sugar, brown sugar, oil, and vanilla together until combined. Pour half of the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Then half of the buttermilk. Gently whisk for a few seconds. Repeat with the remaining wet ingredients and buttermilk. Stir until *just* combined; do not overmix. The batter will be thin.
- Pour or spoon the batter into the liners. Fill only halfway (this is imperative! only halfway!) to avoid spilling over the sides or sinking.
- Bake for 18-21 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Allow to cool completely before frosting. I usually let them cool in the pan.
- Frost cooled cupcakes however you'd like. I used chocolate buttercream and Wilton 1M piping tip for these pictured cupcakes. Top with sprinkles, if desired. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Tips:
- Use high-quality ingredients: Fresh, high-quality ingredients will result in better-tasting cupcakes. This means using real butter, eggs, and chocolate.
- Measure your ingredients accurately: This is important for any baking recipe, but it's especially important for cupcakes. If you don't measure your ingredients correctly, your cupcakes may not turn out as expected.
- Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing the batter can make your cupcakes tough. Mix the batter just until the ingredients are combined.
- Bake the cupcakes at the right temperature: The ideal baking temperature for cupcakes is 350 degrees Fahrenheit. If you bake the cupcakes at a higher temperature, they may brown too quickly on the outside and be undercooked on the inside.
- Let the cupcakes cool completely before frosting them: This will help to prevent the frosting from melting.
Conclusion:
Moist chocolate cupcakes are a classic dessert that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They're perfect for birthday parties, potlucks, or any other special occasion. With a few simple tips, you can make moist chocolate cupcakes that are sure to impress your friends and family. These cupcakes are moist, fluffy, and rich, with the perfect amount of chocolate flavor. They're also super easy to make, and they're budget-friendly too. So next time you're craving a chocolate cupcake, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!
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