Description
Black Velvet Cupcakes are a luxurious treat that combines rich chocolate flavors with an irresistibly light texture. Each bite melts in your mouth, delivering a delightful experience perfect for any occasion. Easy to make and visually stunning, these cupcakes are sure to impress your family and friends. Elevate your dessert game with this scrumptious recipe that’s perfect for birthdays, anniversaries, or simply satisfying a sweet craving.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 cup buttermilk (or homemade)
- ½ cup vegetable oil (or melted butter)
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- Black food coloring (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two muffin tins with cupcake liners.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking soda, and salt until combined.
- In another bowl, mix buttermilk, vegetable oil, eggs, vanilla extract, and black food coloring (if using) until smooth.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and stir gently until just combined.
- Fill each cupcake liner about two-thirds full with batter and bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow cupcakes to cool in the pans for about 10 minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 295
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 35mg