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Black Velvet Cupcakes

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Indulge in rich chocolate flavor with these visually stunning Black Velvet Cupcakes, perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

  • 95 grams all-purpose flour (¾ cup)
  • 43 grams black cocoa powder (½ cup)
  • ¾ teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • 2 eggs, room temperature
  • 100 grams sugar (½ cup)
  • 100 grams light brown sugar (½ cup)
  • 50 ml vegetable oil (¼ cup)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 113 grams buttermilk (½ cup), room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons white vinegar
  • 226 grams unsalted butter (2 sticks), room temperature (for frosting)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for frosting)
  • ¼ teaspoon kosher salt (for frosting)
  • 339 grams confectioners’ sugar (3 cups)
  • 60 ml heavy cream (¼ cup)
  • 75 grams black cocoa powder (¾ cup, for frosting)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  2. Mix the flour, black cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and kosher salt in a bowl until well combined.
  3. Beat the eggs with both sugars until light and fluffy.
  4. Combine the vegetable oil, vanilla extract, buttermilk, and vinegar to the egg mixture, and mix until well combined.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined.
  6. Fill the cupcake liners with the batter, filling each about two-thirds full.
  7. Bake for about 20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. While the cupcakes cool, make the frosting by beating the unsalted butter until creamy and smooth.
  9. Add vanilla extract and kosher salt to the butter.
  10. Gradually add the confectioners’ sugar, alternating with the heavy cream, until you reach the desired frosting consistency.
  11. Mix in the black cocoa powder until fully incorporated.
  12. Frost the cooled cupcakes generously with the chocolate frosting.

Notes

Black cocoa powder is key for the unique color and flavor. Use room temperature ingredients for the best texture.

Find it online: https://www.chickennova.com/black-velvet-cupcakes/