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Decadent Brownie Cupcakes

Decadent Brownie Cupcakes

Decadent Brownie Cupcakes combine rich fudgy brownies with the perfect form of cupcakes. Easy to make and a hit at any gathering. Try now!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 24 minutes
Cooling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 44 minutes
Servings: 12 people
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
  • 2 cups granulated white sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 cup Dutch-processed cocoa powder
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature (for frosting)
  • 2 cups powdered sugar, sifted (for frosting)
  • 6 oz semi-sweet chocolate bars, melted and cooled (for frosting)

Equipment

  • Muffin pans
  • Cupcake liners
  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line muffin pans with cupcake liners.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together melted butter and granulated sugar until sandy and glossy.
  3. Add the eggs and vanilla to the butter-sugar mixture and whisk until smooth.
  4. Sift in flour, cocoa powder, and salt, then fold until just combined.
  5. Divide the batter among the liners, filling each about ¾ full.
  6. Bake for 22-26 minutes until tops are cracked and a toothpick comes out with a few moist crumbs.
  7. Let the cupcakes cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. For the frosting, beat room-temperature butter until pale and creamy.
  9. Sift in powdered sugar and mix until smooth, then add melted chocolate and beat until creamy.
  10. Frost the cooled cupcakes and serve.

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 4gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

You can substitute cocoa powder with natural unsweetened if Dutch-processed is not available; just note the flavor will be slightly different. Ensure butter for the frosting is at room temperature for best texture. Feel free to add nuts or chocolate chips to the batter for extra flavor. Cupcakes can be stored at room temperature in an airtight container for up to 3 days, or frozen for up to 3 months.
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