Description
Heavenly Brownie Cupcakes are rich, fudgy, and chocolatey treats that combine the dense texture of brownies with the convenience of cupcakes. Perfect for dessert lovers seeking a simple yet indulgent chocolate fix, these cupcakes bake up moist and soft with gooey chocolate chips folded throughout. Ideal for gatherings or a sweet everyday indulgence.
Ingredients
Brownie Cupcakes
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 3/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin pan with paper liners to prevent sticking and ease the removal of the brownie cupcakes.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter and granulated sugar until the mixture is smooth and well combined. Add the eggs one at a time along with the vanilla extract, mixing until fully incorporated.
- Add Cocoa Powder: Stir in the unsweetened cocoa powder thoroughly until there are no dry spots and the batter looks uniformly chocolatey.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, salt, and baking powder. Then fold these dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring just until combined to avoid overmixing.
- Fold in Chocolate Chips: Gently fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips, distributing them evenly throughout the batter for pockets of melty chocolate.
- Fill Muffin Cups: Divide the batter evenly among the 12 paper-lined muffin cups, filling each about three-quarters full to allow room for rising without spilling over.
- Bake: Place the muffin pan in the preheated oven and bake for 18 to 22 minutes. The tops should be set and a toothpick inserted into the center should come out with a few moist crumbs but not wet batter.
- Cool: Let the brownie cupcakes cool in the pan for 10 minutes to set, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely before serving or frosting.
Notes
- These brownie cupcakes are delicious on their own or can be topped with chocolate ganache, frosting, or a dusting of powdered sugar for extra indulgence.
- Be careful not to overbake to maintain a fudgy, moist center.