Delicious Golden Cupcakes with Rich Chocolate Frosting
Indulge in the delightful combination of moist, golden vanilla cupcakes topped with a luscious chocolate buttercream frosting. Perfect for any celebration or as a sweet treat, these cupcakes are easy to make and sure to impress your family and friends. With a tender crumb and a rich chocolate layer, they're a wonderful addition to birthdays, parties, or simply a cozy afternoon dessert. Get ready to share the joy of baking with this simple, yet scrumptious recipe that yields 18 delightful cupcakes!
18
Servings
225
Calories
14
Ingredients
Ingredients
All-purpose flour
2 cups (Sifted)
Granulated sugar
1.5 cups
Baking powder
2 teaspoons
Baking soda
1 teaspoon
Salt
1 pinch
Unsalted butter
6 tablespoons (Softened to room temperature)
Whole milk
1 cup
Eggs
2
Vanilla extract
1 teaspoon
Confectioners' sugar
2.25 cups
Cocoa powder
8 tablespoons
Butter
6 tablespoons (Softened to room temperature)
Vanilla extract (for frosting)
1 teaspoon
Milk (for frosting)
2 tablespoons
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin pan with paper cases.
2
To make the chocolate buttercream frosting, sift together the confectioners' sugar and cocoa powder in a large bowl. Set aside.
3
In a separate bowl, cream the room temperature butter until smooth using an electric mixer. Gradually add one quarter of the sugar mixture, 2 tablespoons at a time, until well combined.
4
Add the vanilla extract, then gradually incorporate another quarter of the sugar mixture. Mix until firm.
5
Slowly add the milk, about ½ tablespoon at a time, alternating with the remaining sugar mixture until the frosting reaches your desired consistency. Set aside.
6
For the cupcakes, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and room temperature butter in an electric mixer fitted with a paddle attachment. Mix on low speed until the mixture resembles a sandy texture.
7
Gradually pour in half of the milk and beat until just combined.
8
In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, vanilla extract, and the remaining milk until blended. Pour this mixture into the flour mixture and beat until just combined, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed.
9
Mix for an additional couple of minutes until the batter is smooth, but be careful not to over-mix.
10
Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin pan, filling each paper case about two-thirds full.
11
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cupcakes are golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
12
Allow the cupcakes to cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
13
Once completely cool, frost each cupcake generously with the chocolate buttercream frosting.
Nutrition Information
10g
Fat
32g
Carbs
2.5g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the name of this cupcake recipe?
The recipe is for Delicious Golden Cupcakes with Rich Chocolate Frosting.
How many cupcakes does this recipe make?
This recipe yields 18 delightful cupcakes.
What is the recommended oven temperature?
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
How long should the cupcakes bake?
The cupcakes should bake for 20-25 minutes.
How do I know when the cupcakes are done?
They are done when they are golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
How much all-purpose flour is required?
The recipe calls for 2 cups of sifted all-purpose flour.
What type of sugar is used in the cupcake batter?
The batter uses 1.5 cups of granulated sugar.
What kind of butter should be used for the frosting?
Use 6 tablespoons of butter softened to room temperature.
How much cocoa powder is needed for the chocolate frosting?
The recipe requires 8 tablespoons of cocoa powder.
How much milk is used in the cupcake batter?
The batter requires 1 cup of whole milk.
How many eggs are needed for this recipe?
You will need 2 eggs for the cupcake batter.
What is the calorie count per cupcake?
Each cupcake contains approximately 225 calories.
How much fat is in one cupcake?
There are 10g of fat per cupcake.
How many carbohydrates are in each serving?
Each serving contains 32g of carbohydrates.
What is the protein content of one cupcake?
There is 2.5g of protein per cupcake.
How much baking powder and baking soda are required?
The recipe uses 2 teaspoons of baking powder and 1 teaspoon of baking soda.
What is the first step for preparing the frosting?
Sift together the confectioners' sugar and cocoa powder in a large bowl and set aside.
How should I fill the cupcake liners?
Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin pan, filling each paper case about two-thirds full.
When should I frost the cupcakes?
Frost the cupcakes only once they have cooled completely.
What attachment should be used on the electric mixer for the batter?
The electric mixer should be fitted with a paddle attachment for the cupcake batter.
Should the milk be added all at once to the frosting?
No, slowly add the milk about 1/2 tablespoon at a time, alternating with the sugar mixture.
What is the texture of the cupcake batter before baking?
Initially, the flour and butter mixture will resemble a sandy texture before the liquids are added to make it smooth.
How much vanilla extract is used in total?
A total of 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract is used: 1 for the cupcakes and 1 for the frosting.
What type of milk is used for the frosting?
The recipe calls for 2 tablespoons of milk for the frosting consistency.
Is salt included in this recipe?
Yes, the recipe includes 1 pinch of salt.
How much confectioners' sugar is needed for the frosting?
The frosting requires 2.25 cups of confectioners' sugar.
How long should cupcakes cool in the pan?
Allow the cupcakes to cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Can I use an electric mixer for the frosting?
Yes, an electric mixer is used to cream the butter and incorporate the sugar mixture.
What makes these cupcakes golden?
The combination of butter, eggs, and vanilla baked at the correct temperature creates the golden vanilla finish.
What occasions are these cupcakes suitable for?
They are perfect for birthdays, parties, celebrations, or as a simple sweet treat.