Chocolate Coffee Cream Cupcakes

🛒 Ingredients (Check Off As You Measure)

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup buttermilk
• 1/2 cup strong brewed coffee, cooled
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
• 1 tablespoon instant coffee granules
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for frosting)

🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Preheat 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, baking soda, and salt. Add buttermilk, coffee, oil, egg, and 1 teaspoon vanilla; mix until smooth.
3. Divide batter evenly among liners, filling each about 2/3 full. Bake for 20-22 minutes, until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool completely on a wire rack.
4. For frosting, in a chilled bowl, beat heavy cream, powdered sugar, instant coffee, and remaining vanilla until stiff peaks form.
5. Pipe or spread frosting onto cooled cupcakes. Serve immediately or chill until ready to serve.