Description
Crispy Black Velvet Cupcakes are the ultimate indulgence, merging deep chocolate richness with a delightful, airy texture. These spooky treats feature a crispy top that contrasts beautifully with their moist interior, making them perfect for Halloween parties or any gathering where you want to impress. With each bite, you’ll experience a delicious balance of sweetness and depth that will leave your taste buds craving more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 cup buttermilk (or milk with 1 tbsp vinegar)
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix sugar and oil; add eggs one at a time, beating well. Stir in buttermilk and vanilla until smooth.
- Gradually combine dry ingredients into wet mixture until just blended; do not overmix.
- Fill cupcake liners two-thirds full and bake for 18-20 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool completely before frosting or enjoying plain.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (60g)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg