Description
These Super Moist Chocolate Cupcakes are a chocolate lover’s dream! They’re soft, fluffy, and full of deep, rich flavor with a texture so tender it practically melts in your mouth. Made with simple pantry staples like cocoa powder and buttermilk, this foolproof recipe is perfect for birthdays, parties, or just an everyday treat. Plus, with easy variations and storage tips, it’s a versatile recipe you’ll come back to again and again!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (120g) all-purpose flour
- 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
- 6 tbsp (43g) unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup (120ml) buttermilk
- 1/4 cup (60ml) vegetable oil
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup (120ml) boiling water
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake tin with paper liners.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Pour in the buttermilk, vegetable oil, egg, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth and well combined.
- Incorporate Boiling Water: Gradually stir in the boiling water. The batter will be thin—this is normal.
- Fill Liners: Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners, filling each about 2/3 full.
- Bake: Place the tin in the oven and bake for 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool: Allow the cupcakes to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely before frosting.
Notes
- Storage: Store unfrosted cupcakes in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days, or refrigerate frosted cupcakes for up to 5 days.
- Freezing: Freeze unfrosted cupcakes for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature before decorating.
- Buttermilk Substitute: If you don’t have buttermilk, mix 1/2 cup milk with 1/2 tablespoon vinegar or lemon juice, and let it sit for 5 minutes.
- Customizations: Add chocolate chips, a caramel filling, or your favorite frosting for a personalized touch.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 20