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Hot Cocoa Cupcakes

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Rich and moist chocolate cupcakes infused with hot cocoa mix, topped with a fluffy hot cocoa frosting for a decadent treat that tastes like a warm cup of hot chocolate.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup hot cocoa mix (without marshmallows)
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream (for frosting)
  • 1/2 cup hot cocoa mix (for frosting)
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar (for frosting)
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened (for frosting)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, granulated sugar, hot cocoa mix, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Add oil, eggs, sour cream, milk, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
  4. Divide batter evenly among cupcake liners, filling each about 3/4 full.
  5. Bake for 17-19 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let cool completely.
  6. For the frosting: In a medium bowl, beat heavy whipping cream until soft peaks form. Add hot cocoa mix, powdered sugar, and softened butter. Beat until smooth and fluffy.
  7. Frost cooled cupcakes and serve.

Notes

For best results, use a hot cocoa mix without marshmallows. You can substitute sour cream with plain Greek yogurt. Store cupcakes in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.

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