Description
These fudgy Brownie Cupcakes offer the perfect blend of rich chocolate flavor and moist texture in a convenient, single-serving cupcake format. Easy to prepare and perfect for satisfying chocolate cravings, these cupcakes are ideal for dessert, snacks, or special occasions.
Ingredients
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Brownie Cupcakes
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Muffin Tin: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with 9 paper cupcake liners to prevent sticking and make removal easy.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the melted unsalted butter and granulated sugar until the mixture is smooth and well combined. Add the eggs and vanilla extract, whisking thoroughly until fully incorporated.
- Add Dry Ingredients: Stir in the unsweetened cocoa powder, all-purpose flour, salt, and baking powder. Mix just until the dry ingredients are blended and no dry streaks remain, taking care not to overmix to keep the cupcakes tender.
- Fold in Chocolate Chips: Gently fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips if using, to add extra bursts of chocolate throughout the cupcakes.
- Fill Cupcake Liners: Divide the batter evenly among the 9 cupcake liners, filling each about three-quarters full to allow space for rising.
- Bake: Bake for 18 to 20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out with a few moist crumbs, indicating perfect doneness without overbaking.
- Cool the Cupcakes: Let the cupcakes cool in the pan for 5 minutes to settle, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely before serving or frosting.
Notes
- For extra decadence, top with a sprinkle of sea salt or a dollop of rich ganache.
- You can double the recipe to make a full dozen cupcakes.
- Store leftover cupcakes in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days to maintain freshness.
