Description
These homemade chocolate cupcakes are a delightful treat that combines rich cocoa flavor with a light, fluffy texture. Perfect for birthdays, celebrations, or simply satisfying your sweet tooth, each bite offers a heavenly blend of chocolate and sweetness. With creamy frosting and optional chocolate chips, this recipe is easy to follow and sure to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and sugar.
- Create a well in the dry mixture; add eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla. Stir until just combined (lumps are fine).
- If using, fold in chocolate chips for extra indulgence.
- Fill each cupcake liner about two-thirds full with batter.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (50g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 130mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: For variations, try adding nuts or different flavored frostings such as raspberry or cream cheese. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days or freeze for up to three months.