Double Chocolate Cupcakes Fluffy Frosted (Print Version)
Fluffy chocolate cupcakes with rich, creamy frosting. Deep cocoa flavors and a soft, moist crumb in every bite.
# Ingredients:
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1 cup all-purpose flour (125 grams), spooned and leveled
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1/2 cup cocoa powder (45 grams), Dutch processed
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3/4 teaspoon baking soda
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1/2 teaspoon baking powder
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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1/4 cup vegetable oil (60 ml)
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1 cup granulated sugar (200 grams)
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1 large egg, room temperature
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1/2 cup buttermilk (120 ml), room temperature
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1/3 cup coffee (80 ml), freshly brewed or boiling water
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1 cup unsalted butter (226 grams), softened to room temperature
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3.5-4.5 cups powdered sugar (385-495 grams), sifted
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3/4 cup cocoa powder (68 grams), sifted
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2 teaspoons vanilla extract
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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3-4 tablespoons whipping cream (45-60 ml) or milk
# Steps:
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C) and line a 12-cavity muffin pan with muffin papers.
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In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and sugar.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together oil, egg, vanilla extract, and buttermilk until well combined and no visible egg pieces remain.
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Create a well in the dry ingredients. Pour the wet ingredients into the well and whisk until about 60-70% mixed. Gradually pour in hot coffee and whisk until batter is smooth.
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Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin pan, filling each cavity halfway. Ensure you get 11 or 12 cupcakes.
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Bake on the middle oven rack for 16-20 minutes, or until the tops feel slightly firm and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool in the pan for 10-20 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
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Using a mixer, beat butter until fluffy. On low speed, mix in 2 cups of powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and salt until combined. Gradually add cocoa powder, remaining powdered sugar (1/2 cup at a time), and cream until desired consistency is achieved.
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Frost cooled cupcakes using a piping bag with a preferred tip or a flat-edge knife. Optionally add chocolate chips or sprinkles for decoration.
# Helpful Notes:
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Ensure all ingredients, particularly egg and buttermilk, are at room temperature to achieve the best cupcake texture.