Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil
- 3/4 cup strong brewed coffee
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line cupcake pans with paper liners.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and sugar until combined.
- In another bowl, beat eggs, vegetable oil, brewed coffee, and vanilla until smooth. Add this mixture to the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined.
- Fill each liner about two-thirds full with batter and bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Allow cupcakes to cool completely on wire racks.
- For the frosting, whip heavy cream in a chilled bowl until soft peaks form. Gradually add powdered sugar and continue whipping until stiff peaks form.
- Once cooled, frost each cupcake generously with whipped cream.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (70g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: - Use high-quality cocoa powder for the richest flavor. - To make gluten-free cupcakes, substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend. - Experiment with different toppings like chocolate shavings or sprinkles for added flair.