Spiced Cocoa Cupcakes

Indulge in the perfect balance of sweet and spicy with these irresistible Spiced Cocoa Cupcakes. This recipe takes classic chocolate cupcakes to the next level by infusing them with warm spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and a subtle kick of cayenne pepper. The use of buttermilk and hot water ensures a moist and tender crumb, while the cocoa powder delivers a rich, deep chocolate flavor. These cupcakes are quick to whip up, with just 20 minutes of prep time and a brief bake in the oven. Top them with your favorite frosting—think luscious cream cheese or decadent chocolate buttercream—for a dreamy dessert that's perfect for any occasion. Whether you're baking for a crowd or treating yourself, these spiced cupcakes will quickly become a favorite. Perfect for searchers looking for "spiced chocolate cupcakes," "cayenne cupcakes," or "unique chocolate dessert recipes."

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:18 mins

Total Time:38 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1.25 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.5 cups unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 cups granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoons baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoons ground nutmeg
• 0.25 teaspoons cayenne pepper
• 0.25 teaspoons salt
• 0.5 cups buttermilk
• 0.25 cups vegetable oil
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 0.5 cups hot 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 flour, cocoa powder, granulated sugar, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, cayenne pepper, and salt.

Step 3

In another bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.

Step 4

Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring just until the batter is smooth and well incorporated.

Step 5

Slowly stir in the hot water. The batter will be thin, but this ensures it stays moist and rich after baking.

Step 6

Evenly divide the batter among the prepared cupcake liners, filling each about two-thirds full.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 16-18 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 pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 9

Frost with your favorite frosting, such as cream cheese or chocolate buttercream, and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(879.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2280.5

Total Fat 84.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 22.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 33.8g
Cholesterol 385.4mg	0%
Sodium 2126.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 399.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 48.6g	0%
Total Sugars 209.3g
Protein 55.4g	0%

Vitamin D 143.4IU	0%
Calcium 401.9mg	0%
Iron 28.3mg	0%
Potassium 2305.8mg	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: 29.6%

Protein: 8.6%

Carbs: 61.9%