Description
Indulge in these tender chocolate cupcakes topped with a fluffy marshmallow frosting, perfect for winter comfort food.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup hot water
- 1 packet instant hot cocoa mix
- 1 cup marshmallow fluff
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with liners.
- Mix flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
- Whisk together the vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Add the hot water and instant hot cocoa mix to the wet ingredients, stirring gently to combine.
- Incorporate the dry ingredients into the chocolate mixture until you achieve a smooth batter.
- Pour the batter into the cupcake liners until about 2/3 full.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Allow to cool completely.
- Beat marshmallow fluff, softened butter, and vanilla in a bowl until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar until fluffy and well combined.
- Frost the cooled cupcakes generously with marshmallow buttercream and enjoy!
Notes
These cupcakes can be customized with chocolate chips or a touch of peppermint extract for unique flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg