Description
Rich, moist chocolate cupcakes infused with brewed coffee are topped with a silky espresso-spiked buttercream for the perfect pick-me-up treat. These Chocolate Coffee Cream Cupcakes are a dreamy fusion of dessert and your favorite cup of joe—perfect for coffee lovers and chocolate fans alike.
Ingredients
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1 cup all-purpose flour
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½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
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1 tsp baking powder
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½ tsp baking soda
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¼ tsp salt
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½ cup hot brewed coffee
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½ cup milk
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½ cup unsalted butter, melted
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¾ cup granulated sugar
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2 large eggs
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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1 cup unsalted butter, softened
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2 ½ cups powdered sugar
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2 tbsp brewed espresso or strong coffee, cooled
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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Pinch of salt
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Optional: cocoa powder or chocolate shavings for garnish
Instructions
1. Preheat and Prep
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with cupcake liners.
2. Make the Batter
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In a medium bowl, sift together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
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In a separate large bowl, whisk together the hot coffee, milk, melted butter, and sugar until well combined.
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Add in eggs and vanilla extract, mixing well.
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Gradually fold in the dry ingredients until just combined — do not overmix.
3. Bake the Cupcakes
Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners. Bake for 16–18 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let cool in pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
4. Make the Coffee Cream Frosting
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In a large bowl, beat softened butter until light and fluffy.
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Slowly add powdered sugar, mixing between each addition.
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Add brewed espresso, vanilla extract, and salt. Beat until smooth and creamy.
5. Decorate
Pipe or spread the frosting generously over each cooled cupcake. Garnish with a light dusting of cocoa powder or shaved chocolate for a bakery-style finish.
Notes
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These cupcakes are a hit at bridal showers, birthdays, and coffee-themed parties.
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Want café-style presentation? Use a large star piping tip for the frosting and top with dark chocolate curls.
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Make it a cake! Double the recipe and bake in two 8-inch cake pans.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American