Chocolate Mocha Cupcakes: Indulge in Deliciousness Today!
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Deliciously rich chocolate mocha cupcakes topped with creamy mocha frosting, perfect for any occasion.
- Author: Jessica
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 12 cupcakes 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup brewed coffee, cooled
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon white vinegar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened (for frosting)
- 3 ½ cups powdered sugar (for frosting)
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder (for frosting)
- 2 tablespoons brewed coffee, cooled (for frosting)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for frosting)
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 12-cup muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a spacious bowl, combine the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt, whisking them together until well mixed.
- In a separate bowl, blend the cooled coffee, vegetable oil, vanilla extract, vinegar, and eggs until smooth.
- Gently fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring just until combined; it’s fine if the batter is a bit lumpy.
- Spoon the batter into the cupcake liners, filling each about two-thirds full.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cupcakes to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before moving them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- While the cupcakes are cooling, make the frosting by whipping the softened butter until light and fluffy.
- Gradually incorporate the powdered sugar and cocoa powder, mixing until well blended.
- Stir in the cooled coffee and vanilla extract, beating until the frosting is smooth and airy.
- Once the cupcakes have cooled completely, generously spread the mocha frosting on top.
Notes
- For an added twist, mix in chocolate chips into the batter before baking.
- Garnish the frosted cupcakes with chocolate shavings or coffee beans for decoration.
- Swap the coffee for milk for a lighter flavor or use flavored coffee for a unique variation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg