Mocha Cupcakes

Indulge in the rich and delightful world of Mocha Cupcakes, where the harmonious blend of coffee and chocolate creates a truly irresistible treat. Each cupcake boasts a moist, tender crumb infused with robust espresso and rich cocoa, delivering a perfect balance of sweetness and depth. Topped with a luscious coffee-flavoured buttercream frosting, these cupcakes are finished with a sprinkle of cocoa powder or chocolate shavings for an elegant touch. Ideal for coffee lovers and dessert enthusiasts alike, Mocha Cupcakes are perfect for any occasion, whether it's a festive celebration or a cozy afternoon treat. Enjoy the blissful combination of flavours in every bite!

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Prep Time 30

Cook Time 30

Ingredients

For the cake mix

1 each egg
2 each 2 egg yolks
125 ml Milk
125 ml Coffee shot cold strong
10 ml Vanilla extract
375 grams Plain (cake) flour sifted
125 grams Cocoa powder
½ tsp Baking Soda (Bicarbonate Soda)
2 tsps. Baking Powder
1 pinch salt
250 grams sugar
500 grams Butter

For a very simple easy frosting / Buttercream

1 kilo Icing sugar / powdered sugar / confectioners' sugar, sifted
40 ml Milk
10 ml Coffee cold strong
10 ml Vanilla extract

Instructions

For the Cake

Pre-heat the oven to 180℃/350°F
Grease and flour bottoms of 18 cupcake pans or use paper liners.
Sift, then measure flour. Add salt, Cocoa, Baking Powder, and Bicarbonate Soda. Sift and mix well with a whisk.
Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
Add egg and egg yolks, beating until well-blended.
Combine Coffee and sour milk and add alternately with flour to creamed mixture, beating well after each addition.
Bake at 180℃/350°F for 20 -25 minutes
Remove from oven and allow to cool.

For a very simple easy frosting / Buttercream

Allow the Butter to come to room temperature.
Cream butter in the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment until smooth and fluffy.
Gradually beat in the sugar until mixed.
add the coffee and beat in vanilla extract.
Add milk and beat for an additional 3 to 4 minutes.
reserve until ready to decorate your cupcakes