Black Butterscotch Cupcakes
Butterscotch is believed to have originated in Scotland and was traditionally made with butter and brown sugar.
This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 55 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 14.
Black Butterscotch Cupcakes
Ingredients
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
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In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
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Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
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Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the buttermilk. Mix until just combined.
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Fold in the butterscotch chips.
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Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners.
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Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Remove from the oven and let the cupcakes cool in the tin for 10 minutes. Then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
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In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream until just simmering. Remove from heat and stir in the powdered sugar and vanilla extract until smooth.
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Drizzle the butterscotch glaze over the cooled cupcakes.
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Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Servings 12
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 300kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 15g24%
- Total Carbohydrate 40g14%
- Sugars 30g
- Protein 3g6%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.
