Description
Delicious fudgy brownie cupcakes that combine rich chocolate flavor with the convenience of cupcakes. Perfect for any occasion or sweet craving.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (226 g) unsalted butter
- 2 cups (400 g) granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup (120 g) all-purpose flour
- 1 cup (90 g) unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- Optional: chocolate chips or nuts
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare cupcake pan with liners or grease.
- Melt butter in a saucepan over low heat; remove from heat and stir in sugar.
- Allow mixture to cool slightly, then add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each; add vanilla extract and stir until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whisk flour, cocoa powder, salt, and baking powder; gradually fold into wet mixture until just combined.
- Fold in optional chocolate chips or nuts if using.
- Fill cupcake liners about 2/3 full with batter.
- Bake 20-25 minutes; check doneness with toothpick (should come out with moist crumbs).
- Cool cupcakes in pan 10 minutes, then transfer to wire rack to cool completely before serving.
Notes
- Do not overmix batter to avoid tough cupcakes.
- Check oven temperature for accurate baking time.
- Adding an extra egg or using dark cocoa powder can enhance fudginess and flavor.
- Store cupcakes in airtight container to keep moist.
- Freeze leftovers wrapped properly for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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