Introduction: Indulge in the rich, chocolaty goodness of these Decadent Mini Chocolate Cupcakes with Buttermilk Frosting. Perfect for any occasion, these bite-sized treats are sure to impress with their moist texture and creamy frosting. Whether you’re hosting a party, celebrating a special occasion, or simply craving a sweet treat, these mini cupcakes are a delightful choice. Join us as we explore the step-by-step process of creating these irresistible chocolatey delights and discover how to elevate your dessert game with ease.

Recipe Details:

• Yield: Approximately 48 mini cupcakes
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
• Total Time: 25-30 minutes
• Difficulty: Easy
• Dietary Information: Vegetarian

Ingredients:

For the Cupcakes:

• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup salted butter
• 3/4 cup water
• 5 Tablespoons cocoa powder
• 1/2 cup buttermilk
• 2 large eggs, beaten

For the Frosting:

• 1/3 cup buttermilk
• 1/2 cup butter
• 5 Tablespoons cocoa powder
• 1 pound powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions:

1. Preheat and Prepare: Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C). Line mini muffin tins with mini paper liners or generously spray with non-stick spray and dust with flour to prevent sticking.
2. Prepare the Cupcake Batter: In a large bowl, mix together the granulated sugar, all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. In a medium saucepan, combine the salted butter, water, and cocoa powder. Bring the mixture to a boil, then remove from heat and pour into the dry ingredients. Gently mix until well combined. Fold in the buttermilk and beaten eggs until the batter is smooth. It will be thin in consistency.
3. Bake the Cupcakes: Using a small 1 Tablespoon cookie scoop, portion one scoop of batter into each muffin cup. Bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. If liners were not used, allow the cupcakes to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before gently removing them with the tip of a knife. Transfer the cupcakes to wire racks to cool completely before frosting.
4. Prepare the Frosting: In a medium saucepan, heat the buttermilk, butter, and cocoa powder over medium heat until it comes to a boil. Remove from heat and whisk in the powdered sugar and vanilla extract until smooth and no lumps remain.
5. Frost the Cupcakes: Carefully spoon a tablespoon of frosting over each cooled cupcake, allowing it to set for a few minutes. The frosting will thicken as it cools. Serve and enjoy these delightful mini chocolate cupcakes!

Conclusion: With their irresistible chocolate flavor and creamy buttermilk frosting, these Decadent Mini Chocolate Cupcakes are sure to become a favorite among chocolate lovers of all ages. Whether enjoyed as a sweet snack, dessert, or party treat, these bite-sized delights are guaranteed to impress. Treat yourself and your loved ones to the indulgent pleasure of these homemade mini cupcakes and savor every delicious bite!

Ingredients

• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup salted butter
• 3/4 cup water
• 5 Tablespoons cocoa powder
• 1/2 cup buttermilk
• 2 large eggs beaten

FROSTING

• 1/3 cup buttermilk
• 1/2 cup butter
• 5 Tablespoons cocoa powder
• 1 pound powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla

Instructions

• Preheat oven to 325° F. Prepare mini muffin tins by lining with mini paper liners or spray generouslywith non-stick spray and dust with flour.

For Cake

• Mix sugar, flour, baking soda and salt in a large bowl. Combine butter, water and cocoa powder in a medium sauce pan, bring to a boil. Remove from heat then pour into dry ingredients. Gently mix together. Fold in buttermilk and eggs. Blend well. Batter will be thin.
• Using a small 1 Tablespoon cookie scoop, place one scoop of batter in each muffin cup. Bake in preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes. Remove from oven. (If liners were not used let bites cool in pan for 5 minutes, then gently remove by using the tip of a knife to release around the edges.) Place on wire racks to cool completely before frosting.

For Frosting

• In a medium sauce pan heat milk, butter and cocoa, over medium heat, until it comes to a boil. Remove from heat then whisk in powdered sugar and vanilla until smooth and no lumps remain. Carefully spoon a tablespoon of frosting over each bite. Frosting will set after a few minutes. Serve and enjoy!