Chocolate Coffee Cream Cupcakes Recipe You’ll Love – Naomi’s Recipes

🛒 Ingredients (Check Off As You Measure)

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 1 tablespoon instant coffee granules
• 1 cup hot water
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup buttermilk
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 2 cups powdered sugar
• 1 tablespoon instant coffee granules (for frosting)
• 1 tablespoon milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for frosting)

🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Dissolve 1 tablespoon instant coffee in hot water, then add to dry ingredients along with oil, eggs, vanilla, and buttermilk. Mix until smooth.
3. Divide batter evenly among cupcake liners, filling each about 2/3 full. Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let cool completely.
4. For the frosting, beat butter until creamy. Dissolve 1 tablespoon instant coffee in milk, then add to butter with powdered sugar and vanilla. Beat until light and fluffy, adding more milk if needed.
5. Pipe or spread frosting onto cooled cupcakes. Garnish with a sprinkle of cocoa powder or chocolate shavings if desired.