Moist Chocolate Cupcakes:
Ingredients:
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
1 ½ teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
2 large eggs (room temperature)
1 cup whole milk
½ cup vegetable oil
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 cup boiling water (or hot coffee for a richer flavor)
Directions:
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with cupcake liners.
Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until everything is well combined.
Add wet ingredients: Add the eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Use an electric mixer or whisk to combine the mixture until smooth (about 2 minutes).
Add hot water: Gradually pour in the boiling water (or hot coffee). The batter will be very thin, but that's okay—this is what makes the cupcakes moist. Mix until combined.
Fill the cupcake liners: Pour the batter into the cupcake liners, filling each about 2/3 full.
Bake the cupcakes: Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with just a few moist crumbs.
Cool the cupcakes: Allow the cupcakes to cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Optional: Frosting for Chocolate Cupcakes
You can top your cupcakes with your favorite frosting. Here’s a quick recipe for a simple chocolate buttercream:
Chocolate Buttercream Frosting:
1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
2 ½ cups powdered sugar
¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1-2 tablespoons milk or cream
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
A pinch of salt
Directions for Frosting:
Beat the butter until creamy, then add the cocoa powder and powdered sugar, mixing until fully combined.
Add the milk, vanilla, and salt, and beat for another 2-3 minutes until light and fluffy.
Frost your cooled cupcakes and enjoy!
These Moist Chocolate Cupcakes are rich, fluffy, and perfect for any occasion. Whether you enjoy them on their own or with frosting, they're sure to be a hit!