Double Chocolate Cocoa Cupcakes
Indulge your chocolate cravings with these decadent Double Chocolate Cocoa Cupcakes, a rich and moist treat that celebrates the ultimate chocolate experience. Made with a blend of unsweetened cocoa powder and melty dark chocolate chips, these cupcakes deliver a deep, double-layered chocolate flavor in every bite. The secret to their ultra-moist texture? A touch of boiling water added to the batter for a smooth and luscious consistency. Ready in just under 40 minutes, these quick and easy cupcakes are perfect for any occasion—whether you're hosting a party or simply treating yourself. Top them with your favorite chocolate frosting or enjoy them as-is for an irresistible dessert that’s both simple and satisfying. This recipe yields 12 perfectly portioned cupcakes, making it a go-to for chocolate lovers everywhere.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.5 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup light brown sugar, packed
- 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.75 cup whole milk
- 0.5 cup vegetable oil
- 2 pieces large eggs
- 1.5 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 0.5 cup boiling water
- 0.75 cup dark chocolate chips
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with cupcake liners.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, granulated sugar, light brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the milk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined and no dry pockets remain.
Slowly add the boiling water to the batter, stirring constantly to ensure an even and smooth consistency. The batter will be thin, which is normal.
Fold in the dark chocolate chips gently with a spatula.
Pour the batter evenly into the prepared muffin tin, filling each liner about 2/3 full.
Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean or with just a few moist crumbs.
Remove the cupcakes from the oven and let cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Frost with your favorite chocolate frosting or enjoy them as-is with the melty chocolate chips inside!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4096 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 192.9 g | 247% | |
| Saturated Fat | 61.1 g | 306% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 67.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 394 mg | 131% | |
| Sodium | 2724 mg | 118% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 619.7 g | 225% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 59.8 g | 214% | |
| Total Sugars | 380.6 g | ||
| Protein | 72.5 g | 145% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.0 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 651 mg | 50% | |
| Iron | 42.1 mg | 234% | |
| Potassium | 3511 mg | 75% | |
*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.
