Cola Chocolate Cupcakes
Description:
These terrific dark chocolate cupcakes, based on a vintage chocolate cake recipe, are perfect for any occasion. No creaming. Easily made by hand. Can be doubled and tripled with perfect results.
Recipe Information:
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Recipe Category: Dessert
- Keywords: Less than 60 minutes
Nutritional Information (Per Cupcake):
- Calories: 158.6
- Fat Content: 5.4g
- Saturated Fat Content: 0.8g
- Cholesterol Content: 15.9mg
- Sodium Content: 149.3mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 25.7g
- Fiber Content: 0.8g
- Sugar Content: 17.2g
- Protein Content: 2.3g
Ingredients:
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups white sugar
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup yogurt
- 1 cup cola or coffee
- 1 cup oil
Instructions:
| Step | Description | Time |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. | |
| 2 | Line two twelve cup muffin tins with cupcake liners. | |
| 3 | In a large bowl, using a wire whisk, stir together flour, white or brown sugar, cocoa, soda, powder, and salt. | |
| 4 | Stir in all wet ingredients – vanilla, eggs, oil, and coffee or cola, and buttermilk, to dry mixture, using a large wire whisk, or beat on electric mixer on medium speed for two minutes. | |
| 5 | Pour into prepared pan. Batter will be thin. | |
| 6 | Bake for 20-24 minutes or until cupcakes test done. (Cupcakes should be slightly puffed up in the center and spring back when touched). | 20-24 min |
| 7 | Freeze frosted or unfrosted. | |
| 8 | Makes 18 to 24 medium cupcakes. Recipe can be doubled or tripled. |
These Cola Chocolate Cupcakes are a delightful treat for chocolate lovers. They boast a rich flavor profile and a moist, tender crumb that will leave you craving for more. The use of cola or coffee enhances the chocolate intensity, while the combination of buttermilk and yogurt ensures a soft and fluffy texture.
To begin, preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit, and line two twelve-cup muffin tins with cupcake liners, ensuring easy removal and cleanup after baking.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, white sugar, brown sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt until well combined. This ensures even distribution of dry ingredients and helps in achieving a uniform texture in your cupcakes.
Next, incorporate the wet ingredients into the dry mixture. Add the vanilla extract, eggs, oil, and either cola or coffee, along with the buttermilk and yogurt. You can mix these ingredients using a large wire whisk for a rustic touch, or utilize an electric mixer set to medium speed for about two minutes, ensuring a smooth and homogeneous batter.
Once the batter is well mixed, pour it into the prepared muffin tins. Don’t worry if the batter seems thin; this is normal and contributes to the cupcakes’ moistness and lightness.
Bake the cupcakes in the preheated oven for approximately 20 to 24 minutes, or until they pass the toothpick test. Insert a toothpick into the center of a cupcake, and if it comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs attached, your cupcakes are ready. They should also be slightly puffed up in the center and spring back when gently touched.
Once baked, allow the cupcakes to cool before serving or decorating. You can freeze them either frosted or unfrosted for future enjoyment, making them a convenient option for busy days or planned events.
This recipe yields 18 to 24 medium-sized cupcakes, and it can be easily doubled or tripled to accommodate larger gatherings or to satisfy your chocolate cravings for days to come.
Indulge in these Cola Chocolate Cupcakes as a delightful dessert option for birthdays, parties, or simply as a sweet treat to brighten your day. Their rich chocolate flavor and moist texture make them a crowd-pleaser that will have everyone coming back for seconds. Enjoy the homemade goodness and savor every chocolaty bite! 🧁🍫
