Chocolate Coffee Cream Cupcakes
Chocolate coffee cream cupcakes are a chocolate lover’s dream, perfectly blending rich chocolate flavor with the bold essence of coffee. Topped with a luxurious cream frosting, these moist and fluffy cupcakes are irresistible for any occasion, whether it’s a special celebration or a simple afternoon treat. Easy to make and sure to impress, they’re the ultimate indulgence for both chocolate and coffee enthusiasts.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 12 cupcakes 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk (or dairy-free alternative)
- 1 cup brewed coffee (strong)
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup heavy cream (for frosting)
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar (for frosting)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and sugar until well combined.
- In another bowl, mix the eggs, melted butter, milk, and brewed coffee until smooth.
- Combine the wet ingredients with the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just mixed.
- Fill the cupcake liners about two-thirds full with batter and bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow cupcakes to cool completely on a wire rack.
- For the frosting, whip heavy cream with powdered sugar until soft peaks form. Frost each cooled cupcake generously.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (75g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg