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Best Homemade Chocolate Cupcake Recipe

  • Author: Mia
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: Makes approximately 12 cupcakes 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

These homemade chocolate cupcakes are the ultimate treat for any chocolate lover! With a soft, moist texture and rich cocoa flavor, each bite offers a delightful combination of sweetness and decadence. Perfect for birthdays, celebrations or simply satisfying a sweet craving, these cupcakes are easy to make and can be customized with your favorite frostings and toppings. Get ready to impress your family and friends with these irresistible mini desserts!


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 2 large eggs (room temperature)
  • 1/2 cup whole milk (or almond/oat milk)
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil (or melted butter)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with paper liners.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, beat eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla until well combined.
  4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently fold until just mixed.
  5. Fill each cupcake liner two-thirds full with batter.
  6. Bake for 18–20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Let cool before frosting.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 210
  • Sugar: 18g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 1.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg

Keywords: For a richer flavor, use dark cocoa powder. Add chocolate chips or chopped nuts for extra texture. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days.