Chocolate Cinnamon Cupcake Recipe

August 16, 2023 Post a Comment

Description

These Chocolate Cinnamon Cupcakes are a decadent treat. The rich, chocolatey cake is spiced with cinnamon, and topped with a creamy chocolate frosting. They are sure to be a hit at your next gathering. The combination of flavors is warm and comforting, and the cupcakes bake up light and fluffy. This is a recipe that will be requested again and again.

Ingredients

For the cupcakes:

- 2 cups all-purpose flour

- 2 teaspoons baking powder

- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

- ½ teaspoon salt

- ½ cup (1 stick) butter, softened

- 1 cup granulated sugar

- 2 eggs

- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

- ½ cup cocoa powder

- 1 cup milk

For the frosting:

- ½ cup (1 stick) butter, softened

- 3 cups powdered sugar

- 4 tablespoons cocoa powder

- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

- 2 tablespoons milk

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.

2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt until combined.

3. In a large bowl, beat together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes. Add in the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Add the vanilla and mix until combined.

4. Add in the cocoa powder and mix until combined. Slowly add in the dry ingredients in three batches, alternating with the milk, and mixing until just combined. Do not over mix.

5. Fill the cupcake liners about two-thirds full and bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cupcake comes out clean. Allow the cupcakes to cool completely before frosting.

6. To make the frosting, beat together the butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy. Add in the cocoa powder, vanilla, and milk and mix until combined. Spread the frosting onto the cooled cupcakes and sprinkle with cinnamon, if desired.

Equipment

- Muffin tin

- Cupcake liners

- Whisk

- Medium bowl

- Large bowl

- Electric mixer

- Toothpick

- Spatula

Notes

These cupcakes are best enjoyed the same day they are made. They can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two days, but the frosting may become soft. Cupcakes can also be frozen for up to two months.