Description
Indulge in these rich and fluffy hot chocolate cupcakes, topped with creamy marshmallow frosting. Perfect for cozy gatherings or a sweet treat anytime!
Ingredients
Scale
- For the Cupcakes:
- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup boiling water
- For the Frosting:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- ½ cup marshmallow fluff
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2-4 tbsp heavy cream
Instructions
- Prep: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, mix eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla.
- Combine Mixtures: Pour wet ingredients into dry and mix until just combined. Stir in boiling water carefully.
- Bake: Fill cupcake liners two-thirds full and bake for 18-20 minutes. Cool completely.
- Make Frosting: Beat softened butter, then gradually add powdered sugar. Mix in marshmallow fluff, vanilla, and enough cream for desired consistency.
- Frost: Pipe the frosting onto cooled cupcakes and enjoy!
Notes
- Ensure cupcakes cool completely before frosting to prevent melting.
- For added fun, garnish with mini marshmallows or chocolate shavings.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 22g
- Fat: 11g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g