Cocoa Cupcakes

Indulge in the rich, chocolatey goodness of homemade Cocoa Cupcakes, a perfect treat for any occasion! These moist and fluffy cupcakes are made with pantry staples like unsweetened cocoa powder, all-purpose flour, and granulated sugar, ensuring a delightfully deep cocoa flavor in every bite. The secret to their irresistible texture lies in the addition of boiling water, which creates a smooth, thin batter that bakes to perfection in just 20 minutes. With a prep time of only 15 minutes, these easy cocoa cupcakes are ideal for weeknight baking or last-minute party desserts. Finish them off with your favorite frosting, or enjoy them plain for a minimalist chocolate fix. Great for chocolate lovers and beginner bakers alike, these cupcakes serve 12 and are bound to become a go-to recipe for decadent yet simple homemade treats.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1.25 cups All-purpose flour
• 0.5 cup Cocoa powder (unsweetened)
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 1.5 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 1 large Egg
• 0.5 cup Whole milk
• 0.25 cup Vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.5 cup Boiling water

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with cupcake liners.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Whisk to combine evenly.

Step 3

In another bowl, whisk the egg, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until well combined.

Step 4

Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients. Stir together until just combined, but do not overmix.

Step 5

Slowly stir in the boiling water. The batter will be thin, but this is normal and will result in moist cupcakes.

Step 6

Fill each cupcake liner about two-thirds full with the batter.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean.

Step 8

Remove the cupcakes from the oven and let them cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 9

Once cooled, the cupcakes are ready to serve as is or can be frosted with your favorite frosting.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(836.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2219.2

Total Fat 81.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 21.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 35.7g
Cholesterol 234.2mg	0%
Sodium 2076.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 393.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 48.1g	0%
Total Sugars 209.0g
Protein 49.4g	0%

Vitamin D 107.4IU	0%
Calcium 349.2mg	0%
Iron 24.4mg	0%
Potassium 2237.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 29.3%

Protein: 7.9%

Carbs: 62.8%