Description
Delight in these creamy chocolate cupcakes that combine a moist, rich chocolate base with a luscious whipped cream frosting. Perfectly balanced with a tender crumb and silky frosting, these cupcakes are an irresistible treat for any chocolate lover.
Ingredients
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For the Cupcakes:
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup sugar
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup milk
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- ¾ cup boiling water
For the Frosting:
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the Cupcakes: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners to prevent sticking and ensure easy removal.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, sugar, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt to create a uniform base for the batter.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Incorporate the eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract into the dry mixture and beat until the batter is smooth and well combined, ensuring optimum texture.
- Add Boiling Water: Carefully stir in the boiling water to the batter. This step thins the batter significantly but helps to develop a moist and tender crumb in the final cupcakes.
- Bake: Pour the batter into the muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, indicating they are fully cooked.
- Make the Frosting: While the cupcakes cool, whip together heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract in a mixing bowl until soft peaks form, creating a light and creamy frosting.
- Frost the Cupcakes: Once completely cooled, generously frost the cupcakes with the prepared whipped cream frosting for a silky finish.
Notes
- Make sure the cupcakes are completely cooled before frosting; otherwise, the frosting may melt.
- Use fresh cocoa powder for the best chocolate flavor.
- Boiling water helps intensify the chocolate flavor but be cautious as it thins the batter.
- For an extra touch, sprinkle a little chocolate shavings or cocoa powder on top of the frosting.
- Store frosted cupcakes in the refrigerator and bring to room temperature before serving for best texture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
