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Dark Chocolate Cupcakes Recipe

Dark Chocolate Cupcakes Recipe

This dark chocolate cupcakes recipe is perfect for chocolate lovers, featuring rich cocoa and a moist texture that makes each bite irresistible. Ideal for any festive occasion or as a delightful treat just because!
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Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 18 minutes
Total Time: 38 minutes
Servings: 12
Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients
 

Main Ingredients

  • 1.25 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 0.5 cup unsweetened cocoa powder preferably Dutch-processed
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 2 large eggs at room temperature
  • 0.5 cup whole milk at room temperature
  • 0.5 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 0.5 cup boiling water
  • 0.75 cup bittersweet chocolate chips optional

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  • In a large bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  • Add the eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla to the flour mixture and beat on medium speed until well combined.
  • Carefully stir in the boiling water until the batter is smooth. The batter will be thin.
  • Fold in the chocolate chips, if using.
  • Pour the batter evenly into the prepared cupcake liners, filling each about 2/3 full.
  • Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean.
  • Allow the cupcakes to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before frosting.

Notes

These cupcakes pair wonderfully with a simple buttercream frosting or a chocolate ganache. Adjust baking time as needed based on your oven’s performance.

Nutrition

Serving: 200g | Calories: 120kcal | Carbohydrates: 120g | Protein: 120g | Fat: 120g | Saturated Fat: 120g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 120g | Monounsaturated Fat: 120g | Trans Fat: 120g | Cholesterol: 120mg | Sodium: 120mg | Potassium: 120mg | Fiber: 120g | Sugar: 120g | Vitamin A: 120IU | Vitamin C: 120mg | Calcium: 120mg | Iron: 120mg