How To Make Chocolate Fudge Cupcakes
Moist and rich chocolate cupcakes topped with a decadent fudge frosting.
Serves:
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup milk
- fudge frosting:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a cupcake pan with liners.
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In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
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In a separate large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
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Beat in the eggs, one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
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Gradually mix in the dry ingredients, alternating with the milk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients.
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Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners, filling each about 2/3 full.
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Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Remove from the oven and let the cupcakes cool completely.
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fudge frosting:
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In a medium bowl, sift the cocoa powder to remove any lumps.
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In a large bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy.
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Gradually add in the sifted cocoa powder, powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract. Beat until smooth and fluffy.
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Once the cupcakes are cooled, pipe or spread the fudge frosting on top of each cupcake.
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Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition
- Calories : 420kcal
- Total Fat : 14g
- Saturated Fat : 9g
- Cholesterol : 79mg
- Sodium : 169mg
- Total Carbohydrates : 72g
- Dietary Fiber : 3g
- Sugar : 50g
- Protein : 5g
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