Mocha Cupcakes with Coffee Frosting: The Ultimate Indulgent Treat
Mocha Cupcakes with Coffee Frosting are the ultimate indulgent treat for coffee lovers. These rich, chocolatey cupcakes are topped with a creamy coffee frosting that makes them perfect for any occasion.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 12 cupcakes 1x
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup brewed coffee
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with paper liners.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in the brewed coffee and vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, mix the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and mix until just combined.
- Fill the cupcake liners 2/3 full and bake for 18-20 minutes.
- Let the cupcakes cool completely before frosting.
- For the coffee frosting, beat together butter, powdered sugar, coffee, and vanilla until creamy.
- Frost the cooled cupcakes and serve.
Notes
- For a richer chocolate flavor, use dark cocoa powder.
- Store cupcakes in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Mocha, Cupcakes, Coffee, Frosting, Dessert