Description

Goth Cupcakes are an irresistible treat featuring rich cocoa flavors and creamy frosting. Perfect for any gathering, this easy recipe will impress anyone looking for a delightful dessert.

Ingredients

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2 cups (400 grams) granulated sugar
1 3/4 cups (218–241 grams) flour
6 tablespoons (42 grams) dutch-process cocoa powder
6 tablespoons (42 grams) black cocoa powder
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
2 large eggs
1 cup milk of choice
1/2 cup (120 ml) canola or vegetable oil
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 cup (236 ml) boiling water
1 pound (450 grams) full-fat cream cheese
1/2 cup + 3 tablespoons (155 grams) unsalted butter
2 1/2 cups (300 grams) powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 pinch salt
up to 1.5 oz (38–42 grams) No-Taste Christmas Red Gel Food Coloring

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350 °F (175 °C) and line 2 muffin pans with 24 liners.
Combine the dry ingredients (sugar, flour, cocoa powders, baking powder, baking soda, and salt) in a large bowl.
Add the eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla to the dry mixture, mixing until well combined.
Stir in the boiling water; the batter will be thin. Fill the muffin liners with a little less than 1/4 cup of batter.
Bake for 17-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted shows moist crumbs without uncooked liquid.
Allow to cool for 5 minutes in the pans, then transfer to a rack to cool completely before frosting.

Notes

Make sure the eggs and cream cheese are at room temperature for better mixing.
For a deeper black color, adjust the quantity of black cocoa powder to taste.
Customize the frosting sweetness by adding more powdered sugar if desired.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cupcake
Calories: 350
Sugar: 25g
Sodium: 200mg
Fat: 20g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: N/A
Trans Fat: N/A
Carbohydrates: 40g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 60mg