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Black Velvet Cupcakes
Description:
Decadent, deeply dark chocolate cupcakes with a tender crumb, topped with silky black cocoa buttercream. These spooky-chic treats are the perfect balance of drama and delight for Halloween.
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 18–20 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Ingredients:
For the cupcakes:
1 cup all-purpose flour
½ cup black cocoa powder
1 tsp baking soda
½ tsp baking powder
¼ tsp salt
¾ cup buttermilk
½ cup vegetable oil
¾ cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
¼ cup brewed coffee (enhances chocolate flavor)
For the black cocoa buttercream:
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
2 ½ cups powdered sugar
⅓ cup black cocoa powder
1–2 tbsp milk or cream
1 tsp vanilla extract
Pinch of salt
Instructions:
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
In a bowl, whisk together the flour, black cocoa, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
In another bowl, combine sugar, eggs, oil, buttermilk, vanilla, and coffee. Mix well.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture until smooth.
Divide batter evenly between liners. Bake for 18–20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool completely.
For the buttercream, beat softened butter until fluffy. Add powdered sugar and cocoa powder slowly. Add vanilla, salt, and milk as needed for consistency.
Pipe or spread buttercream over cooled cupcakes. Garnish with Halloween sprinkles or edible glitter.
Why You’ll Love It:
These cupcakes are a deliciously eerie twist on a classic. The black cocoa gives them an intense chocolate depth with a soft texture that melts in your mouth—perfect for spooky season gatherings or indulgent self-care moments.
