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How to Make Small Batch Chocolate Mug Cake Cupcakes for One

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Small Batch Chocolate Cupcakes are soft, moist, and rich chocolate cupcakes made in a small portion, perfect for quick desserts.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 6 cupcakes 1x

Ingredients

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1/2 cup granulated sugar1/2 cup all purpose flour1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder1/2 teaspoon baking powder1/4 teaspoon baking soda1/8 teaspoon salt1 large egg3 tablespoons milk3 tablespoons oil1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/4 cup hot coffee1/2 cup butter3 cups powdered sugar1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract1 tablespoon milk

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F and prepare 6 muffin cups

2. Mix dry ingredients in a bowl

3. Add egg, milk, oil, and vanilla and mix well

4. Pour in hot coffee and mix gently

5. Divide batter into muffin cups

6. Bake for 15–18 minutes

7. Cool completely

8. Prepare frosting by mixing butter, sugar, vanilla, and milk

9. Frost cupcakes and serve

Notes

Coffee enhances chocolate flavor without tasting like coffee

Do not overmix batter

Cool cupcakes before frosting

  • Author: Rita
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Chocolate Mug Cakes
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cupcake
  • Calories: 557
  • Fat: 24g
  • Carbohydrates: 87g
  • Protein: 3g