Description
Indulge in the rich and decadent combination of espresso and chocolate with these Espresso Brownie Cupcakes. These cupcakes deliver the perfect balance of fudgy brownies and a hint of bold espresso flavor, making them the ultimate treat for coffee and chocolate lovers alike. Ideal for dessert tables, parties, or a special treat, these cupcakes are sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons instant espresso powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (optional)
- Powdered sugar, for dusting (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with cupcake liners. - Prepare the Dry Ingredients:
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, espresso powder, baking powder, and salt. Set aside. - Mix the Wet Ingredients:
In a separate large bowl, whisk together the melted butter and granulated sugar until smooth. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract. - Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients:
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk. Start with a small amount of dry ingredients, mix well, then add some milk, and continue alternating until everything is combined. - Add Chocolate Chips (Optional):
Fold in the chocolate chips (if using) for an extra chocolaty flavor. - Fill the Cupcake Liners:
Spoon the batter into the prepared cupcake liners, filling each about 3/4 of the way full. - Bake:
Bake in the preheated oven for 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with just a few moist crumbs (not wet batter). - Cool:
Allow the cupcakes to cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely. - Serve:
Once cooled, dust the tops of the cupcakes with powdered sugar if desired. Serve and enjoy the rich espresso flavor and decadent chocolate texture!
Notes
- You can adjust the amount of espresso powder based on how strong you want the coffee flavor to be.
- For a mocha twist, add a layer of chocolate ganache or a dollop of whipped cream on top.
- If you prefer a more intense chocolate flavor, use dark chocolate chips instead of semi-sweet.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 90 mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg