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Black Velvet Cupcakes

Black Velvet Cupcakes
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Indulge in the delightfully spooky world of Black Velvet Cupcakes! These rich and moist treats boast a stunning dark color, thanks to the unique combination of black cocoa powder and brewed coffee. Perfect for Halloween gatherings or festive celebrations, they are sure to impress with their bold flavor and whimsical presentation. Topped with creamy black cocoa buttercream frosting and adorned with colorful sprinkles and fun eyeball candies, these cupcakes offer a deliciously unique twist on traditional desserts. Easy to prepare and perfect for sharing, they are bound to become a favorite at any occasion. Dive into the magic of baking and create unforgettable memories with these delightful cupcakes!

Ingredients

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  • 3/4 cup + 3 tablespoons cake flour
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup dark brown sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (room temperature)
  • 1/2 cup hot brewed coffee
  • 1/2 cup Dutch-processed cocoa powder
  • 1/4 cup black cocoa powder
  • 1/2 cup sour cream (room temperature)
  • 1/4 cup whole milk (room temperature)
  • 1 large egg (room temperature)
  • 4 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups unsalted butter (room temperature) for frosting
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/2 cup black cocoa powder (for frosting)
  • 3 tablespoons heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla paste or extract (for frosting)
  • Pinch fine sea salt (for frosting)
  • Colored sprinkles for decoration
  • Eyeball candies for decoration

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and line a cupcake pan with liners.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together cake flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, mix hot coffee with both cocoa powders until combined; then add sour cream, egg, vegetable oil, milk, and vanilla.
  4. Combine wet ingredients into dry ingredients until just incorporated.
  5. Fill each cupcake liner about three-quarters full with batter.
  6. Bake for 18-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out with a few moist crumbs.
  7. While cooling, prepare the frosting by beating room-temperature butter until smooth; gradually add powdered sugar and black cocoa powder.
  8. Frost cooled cupcakes and decorate as desired.

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