Description

Treat yourself to these Decadent Chocolate Cupcakes with Chocolate Buttercream — ultra-moist, rich cupcakes crowned with a swirl of luscious, fluffy chocolate frosting and a sprinkle of chocolate sprinkles for the ultimate indulgent experience! Keyword: decadent chocolate cupcakes with chocolate buttercream

Ingredients

For the cupcakes:

1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup vegetable oil
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup buttermilk
1/2 cup hot water

For the chocolate buttercream:

1 cup unsalted butter, softened
3 cups powdered sugar
1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
2-3 tablespoons milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Chocolate sprinkles for garnish

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with paper liners.
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar.
Add in the oil, eggs, and vanilla extract and mix until combined.
Gradually mix in the buttermilk, followed by the hot water, stirring until the batter is smooth.
Fill each cupcake liner about two-thirds full with batter.
Bake for 18–20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Let the cupcakes cool completely before frosting.
For the buttercream, beat the softened butter until creamy.
Sift together the powdered sugar and cocoa powder, then gradually add to the butter, alternating with the milk and vanilla extract until fluffy and smooth.
Pipe the buttercream onto the cooled cupcakes and garnish with chocolate sprinkles.

Notes

Use high-quality cocoa powder for a richer chocolate flavor.
Add a little extra milk if the buttercream is too stiff for piping.
Cupcakes can be made a day ahead and frosted the next day for easier party prep.