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Black Bottom Cupcakes

Black Bottom Cupcakes

Indulge in Black Bottom Cupcakes, a delightful dessert that combines rich chocolate and creamy fillings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 33 minutes
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Course: DESSERT RECIPES
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Cupcake Batter
  • 1.5 cups Flour adds the essential structure for a fluffy texture.
  • 1 cup Sugar sweetens the batter perfectly; you can adjust for less sweetness if desired.
  • 0.25 cups Cocoa Powder brings rich chocolate flavor that defines these cupcakes.
  • 1 tsp Baking Soda helps the cupcakes rise beautifully while baking.
  • 1 cup Water keeps the batter moist and enhances the overall flavor.
  • 0.33 cups Oil provides added moisture and a tender crumb.
  • 1 tsp Vinegar reacts with baking soda to boost the cupcake’s fluffiness.
  • 1 tsp Vanilla adds warmth and depth to the chocolate flavor.
Cream Cheese Filling
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese, Softened creates a deliciously creamy surprise in each cupcake.
  • 0.33 cups Sugar sweetens the cream cheese mix, balancing the chocolate flavor.
  • 1 cup Chocolate Chips gives an extra chocolate hit that no one can resist!

Equipment

  • muffin pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • mixer

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin pan with paper liners.
  2. Beat together the softened cream cheese, egg, and sugar in a small bowl until smooth. Then, stir in the chocolate chips and set aside.
  3. Whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, and baking soda in a medium bowl.
  4. Add the water, oil, vinegar, and vanilla to the dry ingredients. Beat until well combined and smooth.
  5. Fill each liner about 1/3 full with the chocolate cupcake batter, then add a heaping teaspoon of the cream cheese mixture on top.
  6. Bake the cupcakes for 16-18 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupcakeCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 160mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 5IUCalcium: 4mgIron: 8mg

Notes

Optional: Serve with a dollop of whipped cream for an extra indulgent treat.

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