Cocoa Cupcakes
Indulge in the rich, chocolatey goodness of homemade Cocoa Cupcakes, a perfect treat for any occasion! These moist and fluffy cupcakes are made with pantry staples like unsweetened cocoa powder, all-purpose flour, and granulated sugar, ensuring a delightfully deep cocoa flavor in every bite. The secret to their irresistible texture lies in the addition of boiling water, which creates a smooth, thin batter that bakes to perfection in just 20 minutes. With a prep time of only 15 minutes, these easy cocoa cupcakes are ideal for weeknight baking or last-minute party desserts. Finish them off with your favorite frosting, or enjoy them plain for a minimalist chocolate fix. Great for chocolate lovers and beginner bakers alike, these cupcakes serve 12 and are bound to become a go-to recipe for decadent yet simple homemade treats.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.25 cups All-purpose flour
- 0.5 cup Cocoa powder (unsweetened)
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 1.5 teaspoons Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 1 large Egg
- 0.5 cup Whole milk
- 0.25 cup Vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.5 cup Boiling water
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with cupcake liners.
In a large mixing bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Whisk to combine evenly.
In another bowl, whisk the egg, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until well combined.
Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients. Stir together until just combined, but do not overmix.
Slowly stir in the boiling water. The batter will be thin, but this is normal and will result in moist cupcakes.
Fill each cupcake liner about two-thirds full with the batter.
Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean.
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.
Once cooled, the cupcakes are ready to serve as is or can be frosted with your favorite frosting.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
188 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 6.6 g | 8% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.8 g | 9% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 17 mg | 6% | |
| Sodium | 172 mg | 7% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 32.9 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.0 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.4 g | ||
| Protein | 4.2 g | 8% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 28 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 1.9 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 182 mg | 4% | |
*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.
