Super Easy Chocolate Cupcakes Recipe

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Most Helpful Positive Review

Apr 09, 2008

I used margarine and topped these with chocolate icing. They were gone in no time! The coffee and cayenne were a nice twist.

—Ita

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Most Helpful Critical Review

Nov 03, 2008

Not super impressed. They were ok. I definitely did not overbake but they still seemed a little on the dry side. Will not make again.

—Katie

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50 Ratings

May 13, 2008

I made this for Mother's day. The cupcakes had a nice, thick flavor and the hint of coffee added an excellent taste. Made 18 cupcakes, and went excellent with the cream cheese frosting.

—ConKitty

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Jan 04, 2009

I used margarine instead of shortening because that's what I had on hand.It was fabulous 18 cupcakes exactly and 24 minutes in my oven.

—Roxanne M

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Sep 28, 2008

I ended up with 21 cupcakes because I didn't want to fill the cups too full. They turned out moist, cakelike, filling, and very chocolatey! I topped them with chocolate syrup and sprinkles and they were delicious.

—CookieDough

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Aug 08, 2008

This recipe was just what I was looking for. I needed a tasty, moist chocolate cupcake to serve to kids and adults at my son's 4th birthday party. What a huge hit! And I didn't even frost them, just served with vanilla ice cream. I followed the recipe exactly, except omitted the cayenne...wasn't sure the little ones would like it. Next time I'll add the cayenne back in. Thanks for a great and, yes, "Super Easy" recipe!

—Shae's Mama

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Feb 04, 2011

Very moist, dense, cupcakes that baked up beautifully. The flavor is somewhat mild - next time I would add 1/4 c more cocoa. I do not use granules of coffee in recipes, but instead substituted coffee made in a French press for the water. The coffee flavor isn't terribly intense, and the cayenne was not noticeable at all (I used 1/8 tsp.). Those who like the heat with their chocolate should add more. All in all, a solid recipe.

—Jo Jo

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Dec 13, 2010

I made them exactly as the recipe instructed and the batter was very thick and not at all pourable. They smelled unpleasant as they were baking and that was my first warning sign; they had a loose consistency once baked - and I didn't overbake - and tasted mostly like flour. The other people who I had try the first pan couldn't even tell what they were - I was asked what flavour they were supposed to be, which is never a good thing.

—M

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Nutrition

Calories
220 kcal
11%

Carbohydrates
32.3 g
10%

Cholesterol
24 mg
8%

Fat
9.7 g
15%

Fiber
1.5 g
6%

Protein
2.9 g
6%

Sodium
180 mg
7%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutritional Information

Super Easy Chocolate Cupcakes

Serving Size: 1/18 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 18
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 220
Calories from Fat: 87

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 9.7g 15 %
Saturated Fat 2.6g 13 %
Cholesterol 24mg 8 %
Sodium 180mg 7 %
Potassium 76mg 2 %
Total Carbohydrates 32.3g 10 %
Dietary Fiber 1.5g 6 %
Protein 2.9g 6 %
Sugars 18.7g
Vitamin A < 1 %
Vitamin C < 1 %
Calcium 2 %
Iron 13 %
Thiamin 13 %
Niacin 13 %
Vitamin B6 1 %
Magnesium 7 %
Folate 18 %

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.