Description
Rich and decadent mocha cupcakes infused with coffee and chocolate, topped with a silky coffee buttercream. These indulgent treats are perfect for coffee and chocolate lovers alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup brewed strong coffee (cooled)
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (optional)
- Coffee Buttercream: 1 cup unsalted butter (softened), 3 cups powdered sugar, 2 tablespoons brewed coffee (cooled), 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 2–3 minutes. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in vanilla.
- Mix the coffee and milk together. Add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture in three additions, alternating with the coffee-milk mixture, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined. Fold in chocolate chips if using.
- Divide batter evenly among cupcake liners, filling each about 2/3 full. Bake for 18–20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Cool completely before frosting.
- To make the buttercream: Beat butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar, one cup at a time, mixing well. Add brewed coffee, vanilla, and salt, and beat until smooth and fluffy.
- Pipe or spread the coffee buttercream onto cooled cupcakes and enjoy.
Notes
- For a stronger coffee flavor, add 1 teaspoon instant espresso powder to the cupcake batter.
- Ensure cupcakes are completely cool before frosting to avoid melting the buttercream.
- Top with a sprinkle of cocoa powder or chocolate shavings for decoration.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 38g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
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