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Espresso Cupcakes with Espresso Frosting

Espresso Cupcakes with Espresso Frosting: A Bold Delight

Espresso Cupcakes with Espresso Frosting are rich, indulgent treats perfect for coffee lovers.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 43 minutes
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Espresso Cupcake Ingredients
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter at room temperature
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar can be swapped with coconut sugar
  • 2 large Eggs at room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract optional
  • 2 tablespoons Instant Espresso Powder dark roast instant coffee can be used
  • 1 cup Brewed Espresso cooled
  • 1.5 cups All-Purpose Flour gluten-free flour is a suitable alternative
  • 0.5 cup Unsweetened Cocoa Powder consider dark cocoa for richer flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon Baking Soda
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar add cornstarch to avoid clumping

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Muffin tin
  • Piping bag
  • Hand Mixer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  2. Cream the softened butter and sugar together using a mixer until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Add the eggs one at a time and mix well, then stir in the vanilla extract, espresso powder, and cooled brewed espresso.
  4. Whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt, then gradually incorporate into the wet ingredients.
  5. Fill each cupcake liner two-thirds full with batter and bake for 16-18 minutes.
  6. Allow cupcakes to cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  7. Prepare the espresso frosting by beating butter until creamy, then gradually add powdered sugar, espresso, and mix until fluffy.
  8. Frost the cooled cupcakes with the espresso frosting using a piping bag, and optionally garnish with chocolate shavings or cocoa powder.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupcakeCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 5IUCalcium: 3mgIron: 8mg

Notes

Ensure ingredients are at room temperature for best results. Avoid overmixing to maintain fluffiness.

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