The best Hot Chocolate Cupcakes Ever

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Are you a huge fan of hot chocolate? Do you like cupcakes as well? Granted, you came to the right place, this recipe is great for people who want the best of both worlds, which happens to be hot chocolate cupcakes! 

This recipe is also a great crowd pleaser and all ages will surely love and appreciate the work that has gone into making these delicious delights.

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Hot Chocolate Cupcake Ingredients

To make your hot chocolate cupcakes, use the following ingredients:

* 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour

* 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder

* ¼ teaspoon salt

* ½ cup unsalted butter, softened

* 1 cup granulated sugar

* 2 large eggs

* 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

* ½ cup milk

* ¼ cup of non-sweetened cocoa powder

* ½ teaspoon of coffee

* 1 cup of chocolate (milk, dark, mixed, etc)

* Optional: Marshmallows, sprinkles, chocolate, etc

Follow Along Step by Step

  • First, preheat your oven and set the oven to 350°F (175°C). After that, line a muffin tin with cupcake liners for your hot chocolate cupcakes to sit in.
 
  • Combine your dry ingredients in a bowl or machine mixer: all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, granulated sugar, coffee, and non-sweetened cocoa powder. Following this step, Mix your dry ingredients thoroughly before moving on to the next step.
 
  • Next, add your wet ingredients gradually to your dry mix. Put your eggs, milk, vanilla extract, and softened unsalted butter slowly and combine them with your dry ingredients.
 
  • Then, take a heat-resistant bowl and throw your chocolate of choice in it. Either melt your chocolate in the microwave for less than a minute or melt it on your stove in a hot water bath, which usually takes a few minutes.
 
  • Once your chocolate has melted, ensure it has cooled to room temperature and slowly add it to your cupcake batter. Bring your ingredients together until they become fully combined or homogenous.
 
  • Pour your hot chocolate cupcake batter into your cupcake liners. Once poured, feel free to add any additional toppings of your choice. To get the most authentic hot chocolate cupcakes, I would recommend topping your cupcakes with marshmallows and small pieces of chocolate. Or perhaps crumbling cookies such as Oreos or graham crackers, your options are endless!
 
  • Set your hot chocolate cupcakes in the oven and let them bake for 15 minutes or until you can place a toothpick inside your cupcakes and it comes out clean.
 
  • Remove your hot chocolate cupcakes from the oven and allow them to cool for between 15-20 minutes. It is best to eat these cupcakes while they are slightly hot, that’s where they get their name from, hot chocolate cupcakes!
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Tips for the Perfect Hot Chocolate Cupcakes

Want to have the best hot chocolate cupcakes, you don’t want to miss these tips:

  • First and foremost, once your cupcakes are out of the oven, cool them down for a good 15-20 minutes and then eat them immediately. To get the best experience out of your hot chocolate cupcakes, it is best to consume them while they are still hot and fresh.
 
  • Don’t be cheap with your additional toppings, top your hot chocolate cupcakes with as many toppings as your heart desires. I would do this before baking and after the cupcakes are out of the oven.
 
  • Make sure your ingredients are at room temperature, especially your eggs and butter. Nothing is worse than not having an even batter, it would not be pleasant to have chunky uneven batter.

Hot Chocolate Cupcake Conclusion

There you go, a simple hot chocolate cupcake recipe that anyone can make. Making this recipe is so much fun and delicious and is also fantastic for festivities and holidays. 

Looking for an activity to do with the kids, friends, or family? Well, hot chocolate cupcakes are the way to go! I guarantee you will be making this recipe many times and getting crafty with your hot chocolate toppings. And as always, happy baking!  

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