Description

These Ultimate Double Chocolate Cupcakes are a decadent treat, packed with rich chocolate flavor and topped with silky ganache frosting. Perfect for chocolate lovers and a delightful way to elevate any occasion.

Ingredients

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1 ½ cups All-Purpose Flour
1 ½ cups Granulated Sugar
¾ cup Unsweetened Cocoa Powder
1 ½ teaspoons Baking Soda
1 teaspoon Baking Powder
1 teaspoon Salt
2 Large Eggs
¾ cup Whole Milk
½ cup Vegetable Oil
1 tablespoon Pure Vanilla Extract
¾ cup Hot Water
1 cup Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips
1 ½ cups Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips (for frosting)
¾ cup Heavy Cream
4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter
2 cups Powdered Sugar
1 teaspoon Pure Vanilla Extract (for frosting)
Pinch of Salt (for frosting)

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin pan with paper liners
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt
In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until smooth
Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined
Slowly pour in the hot water and mix until the batter is smooth. Fold in the chocolate chips
Divide the batter among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full
Bake for 18-22 minutes until a toothpick comes out with moist crumbs
Let the cupcakes cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely
Prepare the frosting by pouring hot cream over the chocolate chips in a bowl. Let it sit for 5 minutes then whisk until smooth
In another bowl, beat the butter until fluffy, then add powdered sugar and salt, mixing until smooth. Add the ganache and beat until light and fluffy
Frost the cooled cupcakes and enjoy!

Notes

For added depth of flavor, substitute hot water with hot coffee in the batter.

Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 22 mins
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cupcake
Calories: 520 kcal
Sugar: 45g
Sodium: 300mg
Fat: 30g
Saturated Fat: 17g
Unsaturated Fat: 0g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 60g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 5g
Cholesterol: 65mg