Description
These Chocolate Fudge Cupcakes are rich, moist, and intensely chocolaty, topped with a luscious fudge frosting. Perfect for birthdays, celebrations, or whenever you crave a decadent treat!
Ingredients
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- 1 cup (120g) all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup (50g) unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, melted
- 3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup (50g) brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup (120ml) buttermilk
- 1/2 cup (120ml) hot coffee (or hot water)
For the Fudge Frosting:
- 1 cup (225g) unsalted butter, softened
- 2 1/2 cups (300g) powdered sugar
- 3/4 cup (75g) cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup (120ml) heavy cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, mix melted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until combined. Add eggs and vanilla, mixing well.
- Add Buttermilk & Coffee: Alternately mix in the dry ingredients and buttermilk, then stir in hot coffee until smooth.
- Bake: Divide batter evenly among cupcake liners, filling each about ⅔ full. Bake for 18–20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Let cool completely.
- Prepare Frosting: Beat butter until creamy. Add powdered sugar, cocoa powder, and salt. Mix in heavy cream and vanilla until smooth.
- Frost & Serve: Pipe or spread frosting over cooled cupcakes and enjoy!
Notes
- Substitute hot water for coffee if preferred.
- For extra fudginess, add chocolate chips to the batter.
- Store cupcakes in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for longer freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 55mg