Double Dark Chocolate Cupcakes with Dark Chocolate Buttercream

Cupcakes have been enjoyed since the 19th century and gained popularity due to their individual portion size and versatility in flavors and decorations.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 60 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 11.

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Double Dark Chocolate Cupcakes with Dark Chocolate Buttercream

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

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 25 min Rest Time 15 min Total Time 1 hr

Servings: 12 Calories: 4800

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 200 g Dark chocolate
• 150 g Butter
• 200 g Granulated sugar
• 3 Eggs
• 1 tsp Vanilla extract
• 150 g All-purpose flour
• 50 g Cocoa powder
• 1 tsp Baking powder
• ¹⁄₂ tsp Salt
• 120 ml Milk
• 200 g Powdered sugar

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a cupcake tin with paper liners.
2. Melt the dark chocolate and butter together in a microwave or double boiler.
3. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.
4. Gradually add the melted chocolate mixture to the egg mixture, mixing well.
5. In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
6. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk, beginning and ending with the dry mixture.
7. Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners, filling each about 2/3 full.
8. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
9. Allow the cupcakes to cool in the tin for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
10. In the meantime, prepare the dark chocolate buttercream by beating the powdered sugar, butter, and cocoa powder together until light and fluffy.
11. Once the cupcakes are completely cooled, frost them with the dark chocolate buttercream.
12. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 400kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 24g37%

Total Carbohydrate 46g16%

Sugars 35g

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.