Mocha Fudge Cupcakes
These Mocha Fudge Cupcakes combine rich chocolate and bold coffee flavor for an easy, indulgent dessert everyone will love.
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Whisk
- Measuring spoons
- Rubber spatula
- Cupcake pan
- Paper cupcake liners
- Wire cooling rack
- Piping bag (optional)
Ingredients
- 1 box chocolate cupcake mix
- 1 tbsp instant espresso powder
- 1/4 cup brewed coffee cooled
- 1 cup chocolate fudge frosting
- Chocolate shavings or coffee beans for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat & Prep: Preheat your oven according to the cupcake mix instructions. Line your cupcake pan with paper liners.
- Mix the Batter: In a large bowl, combine the cupcake mix and instant espresso powder. Add ingredients according to the box instructions, replacing 1/4 cup of the liquid with the brewed coffee. Mix until smooth.
- Bake the Cupcakes: Pour the batter into the prepared cupcake liners. Bake according to the box instructions (typically 18-20 minutes).
- Cool Completely: Let the cupcakes cool in the pan for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Frost & Garnish: Once cooled, frost with chocolate fudge frosting. Top each cupcake with chocolate shavings or a coffee bean.