Chocolate Devils Fire Cupcakes

The addition of cayenne pepper and ground cinnamon gives these cupcakes a unique spicy kick that balances perfectly with the rich chocolate flavor.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 50 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 14.

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Chocolate Devils Fire Cupcakes

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American Courses: Baking, Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 20 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 50 mins

Servings: 12 Calories: 3600

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1.5 cup All-purpose flour
• 0.5 cup Cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 2 large Eggs
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.75 cup Milk
• 0.5 cup Semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 0.25 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 1 cup Powdered sugar
• optional few drops Red food coloring

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Beat in the eggs, one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients.
6. Stir in the chocolate chips, cayenne pepper, and ground cinnamon.
7. Divide the batter evenly among the prepared cupcake liners.
8. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
9. Allow the cupcakes to cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
10. In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar and enough milk to make a thick glaze.
11. If desired, add a few drops of red food coloring to the glaze for a fiery effect.
12. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cupcakes.
13. Enjoy your spicy and chocolatey Devil's Fire Cupcakes!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 300kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 15g24%

Total Carbohydrate 40g14%

Sugars 25g

Protein 4g8%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.