One-Bowl Chocolate Cupcakes

Prep

Cook

Servings

Level

Easy

Ingredients

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 large egg
  • ½ cup buttermilk
  • ½ cup strong brewed coffee or warm water
  • ½ cup Challenge Unsalted Butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

  • 1

    Preheat your oven to 350°F and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.

  • 2

    In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt until well combined.

  • 3

    Add the egg, buttermilk, coffee (or warm water), melted Challenge Unsalted Butter, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Whisk until the batter is smooth and no lumps remain.

  • 4

    Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners, filling each about two-thirds full.

  • 5

    Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

  • 6

    Allow the cupcakes to cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely before frosting.

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