Are you ready to indulge in a delightful treat that is both simple and delicious? Whether you’re planning a party or just want to satisfy your sweet tooth, these Easy Chocolate Cupcakes are your ideal choice. They’re soft, chocolatey, and topped with the perfect frosting to create a dessert that everyone will love!
Easy Chocolate Cupcakes
These cupcakes are not only easy to make but also rich in flavor. Let’s get started on creating this delightful dessert!
Ingredients:
- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with paper liners.
- In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Whisk them together until well blended.
- Add the eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix on medium speed for 2 minutes until everything is combined.
- Stir in the boiling water carefully; the batter will be thin. This is what makes the cupcakes moist!
- Pour the batter into the prepared cupcake liners, filling each about ⅔ full.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean.
- Allow the cupcakes to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Once the cupcakes are cool, you can frost them with your favorite chocolate frosting. Decorate them with sprinkles or fresh berries to make them even more appealing. These Easy Chocolate Cupcakes are sure to be a hit at any gathering, so bake up a batch and enjoy!