Description
Indulgent brownie cupcakes blend rich chocolate decadence with classic dessert charm. Moist, fudgy centers and delicate crumb invite chocolate enthusiasts to savor each delightful bite, promising pure dessert bliss in every delectable serving.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
Wet Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp milk
Finishing Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners, ensuring even spacing for uniform baking.
- Sift together flour, cocoa powder, salt, and baking powder in a medium bowl, creating a smooth, lump-free dry mixture.
- In a separate large mixing bowl, cream softened butter with granulated and brown sugars until the mixture becomes light and fluffy, approximately 3 minutes.
- Incorporate eggs one at a time into the butter-sugar blend, mixing thoroughly after each addition to ensure complete integration.
- Gently fold in vegetable oil, vanilla extract, and milk, stirring until the wet ingredients are completely combined and glossy.
- Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring carefully to avoid overmixing and maintain a smooth, consistent batter.
- Fold chocolate chips into the batter, distributing them evenly throughout the mixture for consistent chocolatey bursts.
- Carefully spoon the batter into prepared cupcake liners, filling each about 2/3 full to allow room for rising during baking.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
- Remove from the oven and let cupcakes cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.
Notes
- Prevent dry cupcakes by avoiding overmixing the batter, which can develop tough gluten and reduce the tender texture of the brownies.
- Customize the recipe for dietary needs by substituting gluten-free flour blend, using dairy-free milk, and selecting vegan chocolate chips to create inclusive treats.
- Enhance chocolate intensity by using high-quality cocoa powder and adding a pinch of espresso powder, which deepens the rich chocolate flavor without introducing coffee taste.
- Achieve perfect moisture by checking doneness early and removing cupcakes when a few moist crumbs remain on the toothpick, preventing overbaking and maintaining a fudgy interior.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 14 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 27 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg