Chocolate Cupcakes

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I know it’s been a while since I posted.  I have missed you all.  I certainly hope that in my 3 month brake I didn’t lose all my loyal readers, but if so, I totally understand.  I really enjoyed the time off, but all of a sudden I felt the need to start baking again and re-connecting with my long lost readers.  Thanks to all who have supported me and continue to support me! It means the world! Now onto the food:

I don’t know if I’ve posted this recipe before, I can’t seem to find this particular one.  But this is definitely my go-to recipe for Chocolate Cupcakes.  I got this recipe from my Mom and it is so versatile. You can add whatever you like or leave it as it is, either way it is delicious!  It works out perfectly every time and it is the perfect combination of texture and moistness.  I love to add some mini chocolate chips to the batter and you get that extra richness that I happen to like.

I hope you enjoy it as much as I do!!!

Chocolate Cupcakes
makes 2 dozen

2 cups all purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
6 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla
3/4 cups vegetable oil
1 cup cold water

In a medium bowl, sift together the flour, baking soda, salt, sugar and cocoa. Set aside. Using a mixer, beat the eggs, vanilla, oil and water until well blended. Slowly add the dry ingredients until well incorporated. Scoop evenly between 24 lined muffin cups and bake at 375 degrees for about 20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cupcake comes out clean. Frost with your favorite frosting. Here is my favorite:

Vanilla Frosting

2 oz. cream cheese, at room temperature
2 tablespoons butter, at room temperature
4 1/2 cups confectioner’s sugar
1/4 cup milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Using a mixer, beat the cream cheese and butter until creamy. Add 2 cups of the sugar and mix until well combined. Add the remaining sugar, milk and vanilla extract. beat until fluffy.

xoxo,

Steph

Baked on January 28, 2010 | Recipe Card: chocolate, cupcakes, desserts | 21 Bites Print Print  |  | Bookmark and Share

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21 Bites to “Chocolate Cupcakes”

  1. Memoria on January 28th, 2010 9:31 pm

    I’m glad you’re back from your BREAK! What a way to come back! I love chocolate cupcakes. It’s interesting that it calls for cold water instead of hot water. I will have to try this sometime and compare it the recipe from Hershey’s.

  2. mom on January 28th, 2010 9:55 pm

    I’ve missed all your nummy treats. Welcome back.

  3. michelle on January 29th, 2010 8:08 am

    I’ve got two kiddos here who would love to come home to those cupcakes!

  4. MIA on January 29th, 2010 8:50 am

    Oh, yum…nice to see you back in action!

  5. Emily on January 29th, 2010 9:53 am

    Yum Steph! Something about frosting and sprinkles makes me feel like a 6 year old again.

  6. millie on January 29th, 2010 1:50 pm

    Thanks for the treat idea. I’m back on sweets, going strong!

  7. Cristie on January 29th, 2010 7:27 pm

    The cupcakes look delicious- beautiful picture.

  8. Crystal on January 29th, 2010 8:51 pm

    This look delicous!!!! Can’t wait to try them!!! Welcome back!!!

  9. patsy on January 31st, 2010 7:31 pm

    they look perfectly amazing! nice to see you blogging again! welcome back! :)

  10. Deborah on January 31st, 2010 9:32 pm

    I can always use a great chocolate cupcake!

  11. Marilee on February 1st, 2010 10:40 pm

    The cupcakes look yummy! Glad you’re back!

  12. Kathy on February 2nd, 2010 11:46 am

    So glad you are back. Hope you had a good rest and was able to spend time with your family. This will be a go to recipe for Super Bowl Sunday. My family will only eat chocolate cupcakes. Thanks!

  13. Leslie on February 2nd, 2010 5:35 pm

    God..dont well all need a break! I know I need one ALLLLLLL the time!!!! Welcome back

  14. Bridgett on February 3rd, 2010 10:17 am

    Oh these are gorgeous little cupcakes. I am always up for a yummy chocolate treat!

  15. Carole on February 7th, 2010 9:30 pm

    Welcome back! These look sooo good! It’s 9:30pm but I may have to go into the kitchen and make these! Who cares about calories anyway??

  16. Sherri on February 9th, 2010 4:41 pm

    I really enjoy all your recipes.
    I made your chocolate peanut butter cupcakes yesterday for my husbands birthday and I linked it back to you.=) thanks for all the great recipes!

  17. Aggie on February 10th, 2010 6:22 am

    Your cupcakes look scrumptious. You can’t go wrong with a simple chocolate cupcake!

    Glad you are back!! :)

  18. carrian on February 10th, 2010 8:38 am

    They look delicious!!

  19. Carole on February 10th, 2010 4:30 pm

    So I made these the other night and now I wish I didn’t. Because I’m sure I’m going to gain 10 pounds by eating these all by myself!! They are super good and I have to admit that I’ve never made any cake before that didn’t come out of a box. I added some chocolate chips in the batter and they are full of chocolate goodness. This recipe is going into the recipe folder!!

  20. cindy harris on February 14th, 2010 2:42 pm

    Do these work at high altitudes? Looks delish!

  21. Emily on February 14th, 2010 9:01 pm

    Okay, I simply must try these, especially with the added mini chocolate chips. Yum! I just discovered your site by reading Vanessa’s “Monday Maven” feature. So glad she featured you–definitely a follower now!

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