Midnight Mocha Cupcakes with Gold Sprinkles
Midnight Mocha Cupcakes with Gold Sprinkles are the ultimate indulgence for chocolate and coffee lovers. Each rich, chocolatey cupcake is infused with bold espresso and topped with a velvety mocha frosting, adorned with shimmering gold sprinkles. Perfect for late-night cravings or any special celebration, these delightful treats are sure to impress your guests and satisfy your sweet tooth.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 12 cupcakes 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 2 tsp espresso powder
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup softened butter
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tbsp heavy cream
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake tin with liners.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, and espresso powder.
- In another bowl, combine eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla. Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients; mix until just combined.
- Fill cupcake liners about two-thirds full with batter and bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cupcakes cool completely before preparing the frosting by beating butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar and cocoa; mix in heavy cream to achieve desired consistency.
- Frost cooled cupcakes generously and decorate with gold sprinkles.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (60g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg