{"id":9747,"date":"2024-07-04T12:00:00","date_gmt":"2024-07-04T17:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/?p=9747"},"modified":"2024-07-13T13:05:12","modified_gmt":"2024-07-13T18:05:12","slug":"perfect-chocolate-cupcakes-recipe","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/perfect-chocolate-cupcakes-recipe\/","title":{"rendered":"Best Chocolate Cupcake Recipe"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>With a name like <em>Grandbaby Cakes<\/em>, you know I&#8217;m giving you the <strong>best chocolate cupcake recipe<\/strong> out there. These ain&#8217;t no dry, sad cupcakes. These chocolate cupcakes have intense chocolate flavor, and they practically melt in your mouth with each rich and tender bite. These babies are indulgent, moist and beyond easy to whip up (one bowl, my boos!). Seriously, this chocolate cupcake recipe is the one you&#8217;ve been scrolling for- trust. Don&#8217;t sleep on it.  Just get to baking!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" data-pin-description=\"These are seriously Moist Chocolate Cupcakes that will melt in your mouth after every bite!  Decadent, delicious, rich and so easy (just one bowl!), this is the best chocolate cupcake recipe you\u2019ll ever taste! #cupcakes #cake #chocolate\" data-pin-title=\"The Best Chocolate Cupcakes\" src=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/BestChocolateCupcakes15-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"Homemade chocolate cupcakes on a white plate with american frosting in a white background\" class=\"wp-image-63670\" srcset=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/BestChocolateCupcakes15-scaled.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/BestChocolateCupcakes15-277x416.jpg 277w, https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/BestChocolateCupcakes15-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/BestChocolateCupcakes15-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/BestChocolateCupcakes15-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-quinary-background-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-1 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"border-radius:25px;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--medium);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--medium);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--medium);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--medium)\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"108\" height=\"20\" src=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/five-stars.png\" alt=\"Five star review\" class=\"wp-image-65220\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-primary-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-2d574f72f855ef2cfdac2ad26abe5c2f\" style=\"letter-spacing:3px;text-transform:uppercase\">They&#8217;re Lovin&#8217; It! Here&#8217;s what They&#8217;re Sayin&#8217;:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-size:24px\">\u201cThis is my go-to for chocolate cupcakes\u2026SO easy to make, moist &amp; delicious every single time. Thanks, Jocelyn!!\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"letter-spacing:5px;text-transform:uppercase\">\u2014linda E.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>I&#8217;ve been making this chocolate cupcake recipe for over 10 years. I developed it and kept tinkering with it until it was absolutely perfect. I not only wanted these to taste phenom but I wanted them to be insanely easy to make. That way, you wouldn&#8217;t have any excuses for not making these when the craving struck. And truth be told, I beyond succeeded. These are truly the best chocolate cupcakes out there.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-background-3-background-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-6 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"border-radius:25px;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--medium);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--medium);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--medium);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--medium)\">\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_69_1 ez-toc-wrap-left-text counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span 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class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/perfect-chocolate-cupcakes-recipe\/#The_Lowdown_of_This\" title=\"The Lowdown of This\">The Lowdown of This<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/perfect-chocolate-cupcakes-recipe\/#Ingredients_Needed_to_Make_Chocolate_Cupcakes_from_Scratch\" title=\"Ingredients Needed to Make Chocolate Cupcakes from Scratch\">Ingredients Needed to Make Chocolate Cupcakes from Scratch<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/perfect-chocolate-cupcakes-recipe\/#How_to_Make_Chocolate_Cupcakes\" title=\"How to Make Chocolate Cupcakes\">How to Make Chocolate Cupcakes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" 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Tricks\">Expert Tips and Tricks<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/perfect-chocolate-cupcakes-recipe\/#How_to_Store_Homemade_Chocolate_Cupcakes\" title=\"How to Store Homemade Chocolate Cupcakes\">How to Store Homemade Chocolate Cupcakes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/perfect-chocolate-cupcakes-recipe\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions\" title=\"Frequently Asked Questions\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/perfect-chocolate-cupcakes-recipe\/#More_Chocolate_Recipes\" title=\"More Chocolate Recipes\">More Chocolate Recipes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/perfect-chocolate-cupcakes-recipe\/#Best_Chocolate_Cupcakes_Recipe\" title=\"Best Chocolate Cupcakes Recipe\">Best Chocolate Cupcakes Recipe<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/perfect-chocolate-cupcakes-recipe\/#Want_to_Save_This_Recipe_Boo\" title=\"Want to Save This Recipe, Boo?\">Want to Save This Recipe, Boo?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/perfect-chocolate-cupcakes-recipe\/#Ingredients\" title=\"Ingredients\">Ingredients<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/perfect-chocolate-cupcakes-recipe\/#Instructions\" title=\"Instructions\">Instructions<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/perfect-chocolate-cupcakes-recipe\/#Video\" title=\"Video\">Video<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/perfect-chocolate-cupcakes-recipe\/#Notes\" title=\"Notes\">Notes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/perfect-chocolate-cupcakes-recipe\/#Nutrition\" title=\"Nutrition\">Nutrition<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-font-size-7-fluid-font-size\" id=\"h-the-lowdown-of-this\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Lowdown_of_This\"><\/span>The Lowdown of This <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-background-background-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-2 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"border-radius:25px;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--medium);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--medium);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--medium);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--medium)\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignright size-full has-custom-border\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"196\" height=\"196\" src=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/jocelyn-in-pink.jpg\" alt=\"Closeup of Jocelyn in pink dress smiling\" class=\"wp-image-65251\" style=\"border-radius:500px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/jocelyn-in-pink.jpg 196w, https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/jocelyn-in-pink-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/jocelyn-in-pink-96x96.jpg 96w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 196px) 100vw, 196px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-secondary-bright-color\">Cuisine Inspiration:<\/mark><\/strong> American<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-secondary-bright-color\">Primary Cooking Method:<\/mark><\/strong> Baking<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-secondary-bright-color\">Dietary Info:<\/mark><\/strong> Vegetarian, can be made Gluten-Free with an adjustment<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-secondary-bright-color\">Key Flavor:<\/mark><\/strong> Rich Moist Chocolate<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-secondary-bright-color\">Skill Level:<\/mark><\/strong> Easy (No sweat, fam!)<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-5 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--medium);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--tiny)\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-3 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:0;padding-right:0;padding-bottom:0;padding-left:0\">\n<p class=\"has-secondary-bright-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-821d477b3992ca38402167d2e4c206a1\"><strong>One-Bowl<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ain\u2019t nobody got time to do a ton of dishes.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-4 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:0;padding-right:0;padding-bottom:0;padding-left:0\">\n<p class=\"has-secondary-bright-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-76c1f27500a4239214192c4ca0fec993\"><strong>Super Moist<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Because we use oil as our major fat component, these cupcakes stay incredibly moist even days after baking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-secondary-bright-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-4333522f6ae896e550fd61d7ea64e3fe\"><strong>So Easy<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Perfect for baking beginners and seasoned pros alike.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-secondary-bright-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-2d18784c4a3659684141f37c5ce93fcb\"><strong>Fast Results<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This chocolate cupcake recipe will take you from mixing bowl to devouring in less than an hour, and that includes cooling time boos.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-ingredients-needed-to-make-chocolate-cupcakes-from-scratch\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ingredients_Needed_to_Make_Chocolate_Cupcakes_from_Scratch\"><\/span>Ingredients Needed to Make Chocolate Cupcakes from Scratch<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-pin-description=\"These are seriously Moist Chocolate Cupcakes that will melt in your mouth after every bite!  Decadent, delicious, rich and so easy (just one bowl!), this is the best chocolate cupcake recipe you\u2019ll ever taste! #cupcakes #cake #chocolate\" data-pin-title=\"The Best Chocolate Cupcake Recipe\" src=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/BestChocolateCupcakes1-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"dry ingredients, buttermilk, egg and vanilla in white bowls on a white background to make a chocolate cupcake recipe\" class=\"wp-image-63673\" srcset=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/BestChocolateCupcakes1-scaled.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/BestChocolateCupcakes1-570x380.jpg 570w, https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/BestChocolateCupcakes1-760x507.jpg 760w, https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/BestChocolateCupcakes1-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Egg<\/strong>: This is our binder holding the entire mixture together<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Buttermilk and Oil: <\/strong>This duo creates the most moist cupcakes and that buttermilk adds a bit of tangy flavor.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Flour<\/strong>: This is our base that grounds the batter.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Sugar<\/strong>: I use a mixture of granulated and brown sugar to add some bomb depth and sweetness.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cocoa Powder<\/strong>: This provides our chocolate intensity and flavor base.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Baking Powder<\/strong>: The powder gives our chocolate cupcake recipe a nice lift.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Salt<\/strong>: You should never make a dessert without a little salt to balance the sweetness.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Hot Water:<\/strong> This enhances the cocoa powder and brings out a super deep, intense chocolate flavor. This is the trick that makes chocolate cupcakes from scratch different from the box mix.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-make-chocolate-cupcakes\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Make_Chocolate_Cupcakes\"><\/span>How to Make Chocolate Cupcakes<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-step-1-prep-and-line\">Step 1: Prep and Line<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Grab your cupcake or muffin pan and dress it up with some stylish cupcake liners.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-step-2-whisk-together-the-wet-and-dry-ingredients\">Step 2: Whisk Together the Wet and Dry Ingredients<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>In a medium-sized mixing bowl, add together the egg, buttermilk, oil, and a dash of vanilla. Give these a good whisk then set them aside.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Move over to a larger bowl, and toss in the flour, both sugars, cocoa powder, baking soda, and a pinch of salt. Whisk them until the mix looks even.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" data-pin-description=\"These are seriously Moist Chocolate Cupcakes that will melt in your mouth after every bite!  Decadent, delicious, rich and so easy (just one bowl!), this is the best chocolate cupcake recipe you\u2019ll ever taste! #cupcakes #cake #chocolate\" data-pin-title=\"The Best Chocolate Cupcakes\" src=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/chocolate-cupcakes-process-1.jpg\" alt=\"a collage of wet ingredients being whisked in a clear bowl and dry ingredients being whisked together on a white background\" class=\"wp-image-63679\" srcset=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/chocolate-cupcakes-process-1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/chocolate-cupcakes-process-1-277x416.jpg 277w, https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/chocolate-cupcakes-process-1-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/chocolate-cupcakes-process-1-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/chocolate-cupcakes-process-1-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-step-3-mix-it-all-together\">Step 3: Mix It All Together<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Introduce the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients in batches, whisking them together until the batter is smooth.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pour in the hot water, and keep whisking until your batter is combined.  It will be thinner but this is just fine.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-pin-description=\"These are seriously Moist Chocolate Cupcakes that will melt in your mouth after every bite!  Decadent, delicious, rich and so easy (just one bowl!), this is the best chocolate cupcake recipe you\u2019ll ever taste! #cupcakes #cake #chocolate\" data-pin-title=\"The Best Chocolate Cupcakes\" src=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/chocolate-cupcakes-process-2.jpg\" alt=\"a collage of dry ingredients being added to wet ingredients and finished batter after whisking\" class=\"wp-image-63678\" srcset=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/chocolate-cupcakes-process-2.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/chocolate-cupcakes-process-2-570x380.jpg 570w, https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/chocolate-cupcakes-process-2-760x507.jpg 760w, https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/chocolate-cupcakes-process-2-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-step-4-bake-it-up\">Step 4: Bake it Up!<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Scoop the batter into your cupcake liners, but only fill them halfway to give them room to rise and shine. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out with just a few crumbs clinging on.  <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Once completely cool, add frosting if you want and serve them up!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-pin-description=\"These are seriously Moist Chocolate Cupcakes that will melt in your mouth after every bite!  Decadent, delicious, rich and so easy (just one bowl!), this is the best chocolate cupcake recipe you\u2019ll ever taste! #cupcakes #cake #chocolate\" data-pin-title=\"The Best Chocolate Cupcakes\" src=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/chocolate-cupcakes-process-3.jpg\" alt=\"a collage of chocolate cupcake batter in a muffin pan before and after baking\" class=\"wp-image-63677\" srcset=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/chocolate-cupcakes-process-3.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/chocolate-cupcakes-process-3-570x380.jpg 570w, https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/chocolate-cupcakes-process-3-760x507.jpg 760w, https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/chocolate-cupcakes-process-3-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-serve-this-easy-chocolate-cupcake-recipe\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Serve_this_Easy_Chocolate_Cupcake_Recipe\"><\/span>How to Serve this Easy Chocolate Cupcake Recipe<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Go Classic:<\/strong> A classic <a href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/perfect-american-buttercream-recipe\/\">American buttercream<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/swiss-meringue-buttercream\/\">Swiss meringue buttercream<\/a> in vanilla is always a welcome topping.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Chocolate on Chocolate:<\/strong> Add a traditional <a href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/chocolate-frosting\/\">chocolate frosting<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/chocolate-buttercream\/\">chocolate Swiss meringue buttercream<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/chocolate-ganache\/\">chocolate ganache<\/a> to double down on chocolate flavor.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Caramel:<\/strong> Go all in with the indulgence by adding a <a href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/caramel-frosting-buttercream\/\">caramel frosting<\/a> with a <a href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/caramel-sauce\/\">caramel sauce<\/a> drizzle.  That&#8217;s good eatin!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Whipped Cream:<\/strong> Lighten the chocolate cupcake with a smooth <a href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/how-to-make-whipped-cream\/\">whipped cream<\/a> and maybe a few fresh berries on the side too!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Ice Cream:<\/strong> Ain&#8217;t nothing like cake and ice cream, and this easy chocolate cupcake recipe is the perfect pairing for <a href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/vanilla-ice-cream\/\">vanilla ice cream<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/homemade-cookies-and-cream-ice-cream\/\">cookies and cream ice cream<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cupcake Buffet: <\/strong>Create a bomb spread filled with your fave cupcakes when entertaining. I would serve these with my <a href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/best-lemon-cupcakes\/\">lemon cupcakes<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/homemade-strawberry-cupcakes-recipe\/\">strawberry cupcakes<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/vanilla-cupcakes-recipe\/\">vanilla cupcakes<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/carrot-cake-cupcakes\/\">carrot cupcakes<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/pineapple-cupcakes\/\">pineapple cupcakes<\/a>. Delish!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" data-pin-description=\"These are seriously Moist Chocolate Cupcakes that will melt in your mouth after every bite!  Decadent, delicious, rich and so easy (just one bowl!), this is the best chocolate cupcake recipe you\u2019ll ever taste! #cupcakes #cake #chocolate\" data-pin-title=\"The Best Chocolate Cupcakes\" src=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/BestChocolateCupcakes11-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"An overhead of easy chocolate cupcakes on a white plate with white frosting and a piping bag filled with frosting nearby\" class=\"wp-image-63666\" srcset=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/BestChocolateCupcakes11-scaled.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/BestChocolateCupcakes11-277x416.jpg 277w, https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/BestChocolateCupcakes11-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/BestChocolateCupcakes11-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/BestChocolateCupcakes11-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-recipe-substitutions\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Recipe_Substitutions\"><\/span>Recipe Substitutions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Buttermilk: <\/strong>You can make your own by adding a 1\/2 tablespoon of vinegar or lemon juice to 1\/2 cup of milk.  Let it sit for 5 minutes until it curdles then throw into the wet ingredients.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Oil:<\/strong> Make sure you use any neutral oil like a vegetable or canola oil.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Vanilla Extract:<\/strong> If you don&#8217;t have vanilla extract, vanilla bean paste is incredible.  Also almond extract is great.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Sugar:<\/strong> This recipe uses both granulated and brown sugars but you can substitute with just one.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-recipe-variations-and-additions\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Recipe_Variations_and_Additions\"><\/span>Recipe Variations and Additions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Gluten-Free: <\/strong>Replace the flour with 1:1 ratio baking flour. It might change the texture a bit but it will still be delish.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Mocha:<\/strong> Replace the hot water with coffee or espresso to really intensify the chocolate and give some subtle mocha vibes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Peanut Butter:<\/strong> A swirl of some peanut butter into the batter before baking will give such an unexpected nutty surprise.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Mint Chocolate: <\/strong>Add a little peppermint extract to the batter for a fun holiday twist.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Mexican chocolate:<\/strong> Just sprinkling a hint of cinnamon and cayenne in the batter can give those vibes here.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>S&#8217;mores: <\/strong>Add some graham cracker to the bottom of each cupcake liner then pour your batter and bake. Top with marshmallows and toast them before serving.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" data-pin-description=\"These are seriously Moist Chocolate Cupcakes that will melt in your mouth after every bite!  Decadent, delicious, rich and so easy (just one bowl!), this is the best chocolate cupcake recipe you\u2019ll ever taste! #cupcakes #cake #chocolate\" data-pin-title=\"The Best Chocolate Cupcakes\" src=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/BestChocolateCupcakes16-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"A chocolate cupcake recipe with one having the wrapper down and several in the white background\" class=\"wp-image-63671\" srcset=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/BestChocolateCupcakes16-scaled.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/BestChocolateCupcakes16-277x416.jpg 277w, https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/BestChocolateCupcakes16-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/BestChocolateCupcakes16-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/BestChocolateCupcakes16-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-expert-tips-and-tricks\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Expert_Tips_and_Tricks\"><\/span>Expert Tips and Tricks<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Intensify:<\/strong> For even more chocolate flavor in these, replace the hot water with coffee!&nbsp; It gives a much deeper chocolate flavor and almost a mocha essence.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Room Temp: <\/strong>Make sure that egg and buttermilk are room temperature so you have a smoother better textured batter in the end.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Go High-Quality<\/strong>: When it comes to ingredients like cocoa powder and vanilla extract, opting for high-quality options can amp that flavor up when making chocolate cupcakes from scratch. Look for a good dutch-process cocoa powder for a more robust chocolate flavor.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Perfect Your Technique<\/strong>: When mixing your batter, be sure to take it easy. Overmixing can lead to dense cupcakes, and that ain&#8217;t it boos. Just mix until your dry ingredients are incorporated.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Bake Just Right:<\/strong> Try the toothpick trick to make sure your cupcakes are baked perfectly.  You should have a few moist crumbs on the toothpick.  <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Don&#8217;t Overfill: <\/strong>The batter will rise as it bakes so make sure you fill your liners no more than 2\/3s of the way up or they could overflow.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Chill Out: <\/strong>Before you start frosting those cupcakes, let them cool completely so that frosting won&#8217;t melt and run right off.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-store-homemade-chocolate-cupcakes\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Store_Homemade_Chocolate_Cupcakes\"><\/span>How to Store Homemade Chocolate Cupcakes<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Room Temperature:<\/strong> Keep them in an airtight container. If you&#8217;re planning to devour them within a day or two, a cool countertop will work just fine.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Fridge:<\/strong> Keep them in the fridge, and they\u2019ll stay delish for up to a week.  When you want to serve, make sure you bring them back to room temp so they are soft and tender.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Freezer: <\/strong>You can freeze them individually with plastic wrap then put them in a ziptop bag with the air removed.  They should last up to 3 months.  Just thaw at room temperature before you serve again.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" data-pin-description=\"These are seriously Moist Chocolate Cupcakes that will melt in your mouth after every bite!  Decadent, delicious, rich and so easy (just one bowl!), this is the best chocolate cupcake recipe you\u2019ll ever taste! #cupcakes #cake #chocolate\" data-pin-title=\"The Best Chocolate Cupcakes\" src=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/BestChocolateCupcakes17-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"The best chocolate cupcake with a large bite removed and cupcakes in the white background\" class=\"wp-image-63672\" srcset=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/BestChocolateCupcakes17-scaled.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/BestChocolateCupcakes17-277x416.jpg 277w, https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/BestChocolateCupcakes17-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/BestChocolateCupcakes17-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/BestChocolateCupcakes17-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-frequently-asked-questions\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1719596118995\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Why do I need to use hot water in this chocolate cupcake recipe?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The hot water helps activate the cocoa powder which gives a much deeper and rich chocolate flavor. Don&#8217;t skip this part boos.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1719596266581\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Do I need a mixer to make these homemade chocolate cupcakes?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Nope boos.  Y&#8217;all can mix this recipe with just a whisk which is why I love this recipe so so much.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1719596345165\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Help! Why did my chocolate cupcakes sink in the middle?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">This could be for two reasons.  You may have overmixed your batter which added too much air to the batter. Or you may not have baked the cupcakes long enough so the structure wasn&#8217;t set.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-more-chocolate-recipes\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"More_Chocolate_Recipes\"><\/span>More Chocolate Recipes<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Want the <a href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/best-chocolate-cake-recipe\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">best chocolate cake recipe<\/a> that ever existed?&nbsp; This Chocolate Cake with a blackberry buttercream is decadent and insanely delicious.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Try my&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/ultimate-chocolate-pound-cake-with-peppermint-ganache-glaze\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Ultimate Chocolate Pound Cake recipe<\/a>.&nbsp; It is decadent and insanely delicious.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>This&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/birthday-chocolate-cake\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Chocolate Birthday Cake<\/a>&nbsp;is addictive!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Love berries and chocolate like this recipe?&nbsp; Try my&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/dark-chocolate-cake-with-raspberry\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Raspberry Chocolate Cake<\/a>!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div>\n<div style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>*Did you make this recipe? Please give it a star rating and leave comments below!*<\/strong><\/div>\n<div style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/explore\/tags\/grandbabycakes\/?hl=en\" rel=\"nofollow\">**Post a photo of how your version of the recipe came out on Instagram (using #grandbabycakes)!!**<\/a><\/strong><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div id=\"recipe\"><\/div><div id=\"wprm-recipe-container-10813\" class=\"wprm-recipe-container\" data-recipe-id=\"10813\" data-servings=\"16\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe wprm-recipe-template-gbc-2024\"><div class=\"gbc-recipe-card\">\n  <div class=\"gbc-recipe-card-section gbc-recipe-card-section--top\">\n    <div class=\"gbc-recipe-card__img\">\n      <div class=\"wprm-recipe-image wprm-block-image-normal\"><img decoding=\"async\" style=\"border-width: 0px;border-style: solid;border-color: #666666;\" width=\"450\" height=\"690\" src=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/BestChocolateCupcakes16-450x690.jpg\" 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wprm-recipe-details-container-inline wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-inline wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-tag-container wprm-recipe-course-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-tag-label wprm-recipe-course-label\">Course: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-course wprm-block-text-normal\">Dessert<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n      <div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-columns wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-servings-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-bold wprm-recipe-servings-label\">Servings:&nbsp;<\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-servings-with-unit\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-servings wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-servings-10813 wprm-recipe-servings-adjustable-tooltip wprm-block-text-normal\" data-recipe=\"10813\" aria-label=\"Adjust recipe servings\">16<\/span> <span 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none;\" data-uid=\"8\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-8\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;1&#032;teaspoon&#032;baking soda\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-8\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">teaspoon<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">baking soda<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"9\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-9\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;\u00bd&#032;teaspoon&#032;salt\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-9\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">\u00bd<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">teaspoon<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">salt<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"10\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-10\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;\u00bd&#032;cup&#032;hot water\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-10\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">\u00bd<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cup<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">hot water<\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"wprm-unit-conversion-container wprm-unit-conversion-container-10813 wprm-unit-conversion-container-links wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"\"><a href=\"#\" role=\"button\" class=\"wprm-unit-conversion wprmpuc-active\" data-system=\"1\" data-recipe=\"10813\" style=\"\" aria-label=\"Change unit system to US Customary\">US Customary<\/a> &#8211; <a href=\"#\" role=\"button\" class=\"wprm-unit-conversion\" data-system=\"2\" data-recipe=\"10813\" style=\"\" aria-label=\"Change unit system to Metric\">Metric<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"gbc-recipe-card-section gbc-recipe-card-section--bottom\">\n    <div class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions-container wprm-recipe-10813-instructions-container wprm-block-text-normal\" data-recipe=\"10813\"><h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-instructions-header wprm-block-text-bold wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\" style=\"\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Instructions\"><\/span>Instructions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\"><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\"><li id=\"wprm-recipe-10813-step-0-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\">Preheat oven to 350 degrees and line cupcake\/muffin pan with cupcake liners.<\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-10813-step-0-1\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\">In a medium sized bowl, whisk together egg, buttermilk, oil and vanilla and set aside.<\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-10813-step-0-2\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\">In a separate large bowl, add flour, both sugars, cocoa powder, baking soda and salt and whisk to combine.<\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-10813-step-0-3\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\">In batches, add dry ingredients to wet ingredients and whisk until smooth.<\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-10813-step-0-4\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\">Lastly, mix in hot water and whisk until combined and perfectly smooth. The batter should be somewhat thin.<\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-10813-step-0-5\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\">Add batter to cupcake liners filling only halfway and bake for 15-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out mostly clean.<\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-10813-step-0-6\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\">Allow cupcakes to cool to room temperature before adding buttercream.<\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n    <div id=\"recipe-video\"><\/div><div id=\"wprm-recipe-video-container-10813\" class=\"wprm-recipe-video-container\"><h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-video-header wprm-block-text-bold wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\" style=\"\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Video\"><\/span>Video<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><div class=\"wprm-recipe-video\"><iframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/liUieeBC0JM\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"autoplay; encrypted-media\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div><\/div>\n    <div class=\"wprm-recipe-notes-container wprm-block-text-normal\"><h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-notes-header wprm-block-text-bold wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\" style=\"\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Notes\"><\/span>Notes<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><div class=\"wprm-recipe-notes\"><span style=\"display: block;\">For even more chocolate flavor, replace the hot water for coffee!\u00a0 It gives a much deeper chocolate flavor and almost a mocha essence.<\/span><div class=\"wprm-spacer\"><\/div>\n<span style=\"display: block;\">To ensure your chocolate cupcakes stay as fresh as possible, give them some space in an airtight container; this will be their new cozy home. If you&#8217;re planning to devour them within a day or two, a cool countertop will do just fine as their resting spot. However, for a more extended vacation, tuck them into the fridge, and they\u2019ll stay scrumptious for up to a week; just remember, room temperature is their happy place before serving.<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n    <h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-nutrition-header wprm-block-text-bold wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\" style=\"\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Nutrition\"><\/span>Nutrition<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><div class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-container wprm-nutrition-label-container-simple wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"text-align: left;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-calories\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #414141\">Calories: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #414141\">151<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #414141\">kcal<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #414141\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-carbohydrates\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #414141\">Carbohydrates: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #414141\">20<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #414141\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #414141\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-protein\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #414141\">Protein: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #414141\">1<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #414141\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #414141\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #414141\">Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #414141\">7<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #414141\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #414141\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-saturated_fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #414141\">Saturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #414141\">5<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #414141\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #414141\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-cholesterol\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #414141\">Cholesterol: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #414141\">12<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #414141\">mg<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #414141\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-sodium\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #414141\">Sodium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #414141\">156<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #414141\">mg<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #414141\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-potassium\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #414141\">Potassium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #414141\">59<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #414141\">mg<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #414141\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-sugar\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #414141\">Sugar: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #414141\">13<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #414141\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #414141\"> | <\/span><span 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