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Black Velvet Cupcakes

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Dramatic black velvet cupcakes featuring a rich chocolate flavor and silky buttercream frosting, perfect for special occasions.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (125g) all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup (42g) black cocoa powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup (120g/ml) buttermilk
  • 1/3 cup (75g/80ml) vegetable oil
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon distilled white vinegar
  • 1/2 cup (120g/ml) hot coffee or hot water
  • 1 cup (16 Tbsp; 226g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 3 and 1/2 cups (420g) confectioners’ sugar
  • 1/2 cup (42g) black cocoa powder (for frosting)
  • 4–5 Tablespoons (60–75g/ml) heavy cream or milk (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. Whisk together the flour, black cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a medium bowl. Set aside.
  3. Combine the granulated sugar, buttermilk, vegetable oil, egg, vanilla extract, and vinegar in a large bowl until smooth.
  4. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  5. Incorporate the hot coffee or hot water to the batter and whisk until smooth.
  6. Spoon the batter into the cupcake liners, filling each 2/3 to 3/4 full.
  7. Bake for 20 to 22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  8. Let the cupcakes cool in the pan for 10 to 20 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
  9. Beat the softened butter until creamy for the frosting, then mix in the confectioners’ sugar and black cocoa powder.
  10. Add heavy cream or milk, vanilla, and salt and beat until smooth and pipeable.
  11. Frost the cooled cupcakes as desired.

Notes

Use room temperature ingredients for a smoother batter. Store frosted cupcakes in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.

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Keywords: black velvet cupcakes, chocolate dessert, baking

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