Description
Hot chocolate cupcakes are the ultimate indulgence, combining the rich flavor of chocolate with the cozy warmth of hot cocoa. Each fluffy cupcake is filled with creamy frosting and a surprise of mini marshmallows, making them perfect for chilly evenings or festive gatherings. These delightful treats are not only a feast for the taste buds but also a visual treat, ideal for any occasion that calls for something sweet.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- ⅓ cup vegetable oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup mini marshmallows (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, combine eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla until smooth. Pour into dry ingredients and mix gently.
- Fold in mini marshmallows if desired.
- Fill cupcake liners two-thirds full with batter and bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow cupcakes to cool completely before frosting with whipped cream or buttercream.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg