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Chocolate Cupcakes with Blackberry Buttercream

Delightful chocolate cupcakes topped with luscious blackberry buttercream frosting, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chocolate Cupcakes
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp baking soda
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • ½ cup buttermilk
For the Blackberry Buttercream
  • 1 cup blackberries
  • ½ cup powdered sugar
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  2. In a large bowl, mix together the flour, granulated sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
  3. In another bowl, beat the softened butter until fluffy. Gradually add the dry ingredients, combining well.
  4. Add the eggs, vanilla extract, and buttermilk to the mixture. Beat until smooth and fully incorporated.
  5. Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners, filling each about two-thirds full to allow for rising.
Baking
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for about 18-20 minutes until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  2. Remove from the oven and let the cupcakes cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Buttercream Preparation
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine softened butter and powdered sugar. Add blackberries and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth and creamy.
  2. Once the cupcakes have cooled completely, frost them generously with the blackberry buttercream.
Serving
  1. Share your delicious creations with family and friends.

Notes

For healthier cupcakes, consider using whole wheat flour instead of all-purpose flour. Ensure butter and eggs are at room temperature for easier mixing. Avoid overmixing the batter to prevent tough cupcakes.