Easy Chocolate Cupcakes Recipe

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Most Helpful Positive Review

Jan 28, 2009

We are 8 years old and we made them all by are selfs. They are the best cupcakes we have ever made. We did not have almond extract and they still are great. We enjoyed making them and eating them too. They are the best cupcakes ever!!!

—oscarette

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Most Helpful Critical Review

May 06, 2008

I had high hopes for this recipe but unfortunately was disappointed. These cupcakes were *very dense* and not at all cake like (hence the word cup "cake"). I followed the recipe as stated. I only made half a batch which was 9 nice sized cupcakes. Also, I used my kitchen aid mixer but don't feel I over mixed the batter. Fortunately, i was able to "help" the taste but using the Peanut Butter & Banana Frosting recipe from this site (delicious).

—GodivaGirl

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May 11, 2008

THis was good. I made a couple of alterations, but not many. I changed the fat to oil after watching an episode of "Throwdown with Bobby Flay" on cupcakes and her (of course, he battled a woman!) secret ingredient was oil in the batter for a lighter brownie. I also added 12 oz chocolate chips, since my boys were begging me to make chocolate, chocolate chip cupcakes.

—MITCHB2

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Mar 05, 2010

I really liked this recipe. After reading some other reviews, and knowing that butter doesnt get used in cupcakes, I used 10 Tablespoons of oil instead of butter. I also think the cooking time is way off. I only cooked mine for 16 minutes, max! They turned out moist and wonderful. I love the hint of almond flavor you get as well.

—ascourtney

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Sep 14, 2009

these were the best chocolate cupcakes i have ever had! followed the recipe exactly and had zero problems!

—lapershing

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Mar 12, 2009

These are delicious. I just made these an hour ago - I chose them because I only had unsweetened coco powder and not chocolate chocolate. The batter is like frosting itself and the cupcakes are so airy. I didn't use the almond extract, but that worked out for me.

—JosieDeo

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Mar 03, 2009

The recipe is ok, the batter came out a little thick so I added a bit more milk and a dash of oil in it as well. However, after adding these it was still a little thick so I decided to make them into cookies instead. That worked out great! Just spoon out onto a cookie sheet, bake for about 8-10 minutes, cool, and add a bit of frosting. It's a great mix between a cupcake and a cookie!

—Suzy-Q

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Oct 29, 2010

Recipe was totally easy. I had fun just playing with the decorating on the frosting and toppings. The only thing I will say, is it's a good decent recipe, was a tad on the dry factor, not much, the flavor was pretty good. Just slightly dry when you swallow. I would add just a little bit more milk or pull out of the oven a couple of minutes prior to the baking time on this recipe. Otherwise, I'd make this again.

—mis7up

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Nutrition

Calories
201 kcal
10%

Carbohydrates
27.6 g
9%

Cholesterol
73 mg
24%

Fat
9.3 g
14%

Fiber
1.7 g
7%

Protein
4 g
8%

Sodium
172 mg
7%

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

Nutritional Information

Easy Chocolate Cupcakes

Serving Size: 1/16 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 16
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 201
Calories from Fat: 84

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 9.3g 14 %
** Saturated Fat 5.4g 27 %
Cholesterol 73mg 24 %
Sodium 172mg 7 %
** Potassium 111mg 3 %
Total Carbohydrates 27.6g 9 %
Dietary Fiber 1.7g 7 %
Protein 4g 8 %
Sugars 16.4g
** Vitamin A 6 %
** Vitamin C < 1 %
** Calcium 8 %
** Iron 14 %
** Thiamin 11 %
** Niacin 13 %
** Vitamin B6 2 %
** Magnesium 9 %
** Folate 16 %

* 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.