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A trio of delicious chocolate cupcakes with rich frosting

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This recipe provides a delicious and straightforward method for baking seven rich chocolate cupcakes, perfect for a small treat or gathering. It focuses on achieving a moist crumb and a delightful chocolate flavor.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 7 cupcakes
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cupcake Ingredients
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 0.75 cup granulated sugar
  • 0.5 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 0.75 tsp baking soda
  • 0.25 tsp salt
  • 0.5 cup milk
  • 0.25 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 0.5 cup boiling water

Equipment

  • oven
  • muffin tin
  • paper liners
  • large bowl
  • whisk
  • medium bowl
  • wire rack

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 7-cup muffin tin with paper liners.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
  3. In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the milk, vegetable oil, egg, and vanilla extract.
  4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
  5. Stir in the boiling water until the batter is smooth and thin.
Baking
  1. Divide the batter evenly among the 7 prepared muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full.
  2. Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean.
  3. Let the cupcakes cool in the muffin tin for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Ensure not to overmix the batter for tender cupcakes. The boiling water helps activate the cocoa and create a moist texture.