Description

These Black Cupcakes are a delightful treat featuring rich cocoa flavors and creamy frosting. Ideal for celebrations or just a sweet indulgence, they’re easy to prepare and sure to impress anyone who tries them!

Ingredients

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2 cups (400 grams) granulated sugar
1 3/4 cups (218–241 grams) flour
6 tablespoons (42 grams) dutch-process cocoa powder
6 tablespoons (42 grams) black cocoa powder
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
2 large eggs
1 cup milk of choice
1/2 cup (120 ml) canola or vegetable oil
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 cup (236 ml) boiling water
1 pound (450 grams) full-fat cream cheese
1/2 cup (155 grams) unsalted butter
2 1/2 cups (300 grams) powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 pinch salt
1/3 cup (37 grams) black cocoa powder

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350 °F (175 °C) and line 2 muffin pans with 24 liners.
In a mixing bowl, combine the dry ingredients: sugar, flour, cocoa powders, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
Incorporate the eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla into the dry mixture and stir until well combined.
Gradually mix in the boiling water, resulting in a very thin batter.
Distribute the batter evenly among the muffin liners, filling each with just under 1/4 cup (56 grams).
Bake for about 17-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out with moist crumbs.
Allow the cupcakes to cool for 5 minutes in the pans, then transfer to a rack to cool completely before frosting.

Notes

Ensure ingredients like cream cheese and butter are at room temperature for easy mixing.
Adjust the amount of powdered sugar for desired frosting sweetness.
Store frosted cupcakes in the refrigerator to maintain freshness.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cupcake
Calories: 350
Sugar: 25g
Sodium: 200mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 9g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 45g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 45mg