Double Chocolate Mini Cupcakes

Cupcakes became popular in the United States in the 19th century, and the first mention of a ‘cupcake’ recipe can be traced back to 1828.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 45 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 13.

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Double Chocolate Mini Cupcakes

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

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 15 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 45 mins

Servings: 12 Calories: 3000

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 cup All-purpose flour
• ¹⁄₃ cup Cocoa powder
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Baking powder
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Salt
• ¹⁄₂ cup Unsalted butter
• ¹⁄₂ cup Granulated sugar
• 1 Egg
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• ¹⁄₂ cup Milk
• ¹⁄₂ cup Semisweet chocolate chips
• 1 cup Powdered sugar
• 2 tablespoon Milk
• Optional Sprinkles

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a mini cupcake pan with paper 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. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk. Mix until just combined.
5. Stir in the chocolate chips.
6. Fill each cupcake liner about 2/3 full with the batter.
7. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. Remove from the oven and let cool in the pan for 5 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
9. In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar and milk to make the frosting.
10. Once the cupcakes are completely cooled, frost them with the powdered sugar frosting.
11. Decorate with sprinkles, if desired.
12. Enjoy your delicious Double Chocolate Mini Cupcakes!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 14g22%

Total Carbohydrate 30g10%

Sugars 20g

Protein 3g6%

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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.