Description
Indulge in the warmth of Hot Cocoa Cupcake Mugs, a delightful dessert that combines moist chocolate cupcakes with a luscious hot cocoa filling. Topped with fluffy marshmallow frosting, these treats are perfect for holiday gatherings or chilly nights by the fire. Easy to make and irresistibly delicious, once you try these cupcakes, you’ll be counting down the days until you can bake them again!
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1/2 cup whole milk (or non-dairy alternative)
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- Mini marshmallows (for topping)
- Whipped cream (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix the eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Gradually combine the wet mixture with the dry ingredients. Stir gently until just combined.
- Fill each muffin cup two-thirds full with batter.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Once cooled slightly, create an opening in each cupcake's center and fill it with hot cocoa mix or melted chocolate.
- Top with mini marshmallows or whipped cream before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (65g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg