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Black Velvet Cupcakes

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Dramatic and deeply chocolatey, these Black Velvet Cupcakes feature a silky crumb and rich cocoa flavor, perfect for elegant gatherings or chocolate cravings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup black cocoa powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk, at room temperature
  • 1/3 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 large egg, at room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon distilled white vinegar
  • 1/2 cup hot coffee or hot water
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened to room temperature (for frosting)
  • 3 and 1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar (for frosting)
  • 1/2 cup black cocoa powder (for frosting)
  • 4–5 tablespoons heavy cream or milk, at room temperature (for frosting)
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract (for frosting)
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt (for frosting)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (177°C) and line a 12-count muffin pan with cupcake liners.
  2. Mix together the flour, black cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a medium bowl.
  3. Combine the granulated sugar, buttermilk, vegetable oil, egg, vanilla extract, and vinegar until smooth in a large bowl.
  4. Add the dry ingredients gradually into the wet ingredients until just combined.
  5. Stir in the hot coffee or hot water until the batter is smooth.
  6. Pour the batter into the liners, filling each about 2/3 to 3/4 full.
  7. Bake for 20 to 22 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Cool the cupcakes in the pan for 10 to 20 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack.
  9. Beat the softened butter until creamy for the frosting, then mix in confectioners’ sugar, black cocoa powder, heavy cream or milk, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth.
  10. Frost the cooled cupcakes as desired. Store at room temperature for up to 2 days, or refrigerated for up to 4 days.

Notes

Use room temperature ingredients for better rise. Store unfrosted cupcakes at room temperature for up to 2 days and frosted in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

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