Super Moist Chocolate Cupcakes
Indulge in the ultimate treat with these Super Moist Chocolate Cupcakes, a recipe that delivers rich, chocolatey goodness in every bite! Made with simple pantry staples like cocoa powder, buttermilk, and a touch of boiling water for unparalleled moistness, these cupcakes are irresistibly tender yet lightweight. Perfectly balanced with a hint of vanilla and just the right amount of sweetness, they bake up in under 20 minutes, making them ideal for both last-minute dessert cravings and special celebrations. Top them with your favorite chocolate frosting for an extra layer of decadence, or enjoy their velvety texture plain. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a kitchen newbie, this easy chocolate cupcake recipe is guaranteed to become your go-to for show-stopping homemade treats!
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Ingredients
- 0.75 cup all-purpose flour
- 0.75 cup granulated sugar
- 0.25 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 0.75 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 cup buttermilk
- 0.25 cup vegetable oil
- 1 piece large egg
- 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, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
Step 3
Add the buttermilk, vegetable oil, egg, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix until the batter is smooth and well combined, but do not overmix.
Step 4
Carefully stir in the boiling water. The batter will be thin, but this helps make the cupcakes moist and tender.
Step 5
Divide the batter evenly among the prepared cupcake liners, filling each about two-thirds full.
Step 6
Bake for 16-18 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center of a cupcake comes out clean.
Step 7
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 8
Frost with your favorite chocolate frosting or enjoy them plain!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (460.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 805.4 |
| Total Fat 12.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 7.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g | |
| Cholesterol 13.4mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1094.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 195.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 21.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 157.7g | |
| Protein 15.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 63.4IU | 0% |
| Calcium 212.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 9.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1078.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories