Get ready to turn your graduation celebration into a delicious memory with these irresistible chocolate cupcakes that are not just a treat, but a statement of success! Whether you're marking a high school, college, or any academic milestone, these cupcakes will steal the show and make your graduate feel extra special. Imagine biting into a rich, moist chocolate cupcake adorned with adorable graduation-themed toppers – it's like celebrating achievement one delectable bite at a time!
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 18 mins
Total Time: 38 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 24 cupcakes
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup milk
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- Graduation-themed toppers
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 24-cup muffin tin with cupcake liners, ensuring they are evenly spaced.
- In a large mixing bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. This helps remove any lumps and ensures even distribution of dry ingredients.
- In a separate medium bowl, whisk together granulated sugar, vegetable oil, milk, and eggs until well combined and smooth. The mixture should have a consistent light color and texture.
- Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring gently with a spatula or whisk. Mix until just combined, being careful not to overmix, which can result in tough cupcakes.
- Using an ice cream scoop or large spoon, fill each cupcake liner about 2/3 full with batter. This allows room for the cupcakes to rise without overflowing.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 16-18 minutes. To check doneness, insert a toothpick into the center of a cupcake - it should come out clean or with just a few moist crumbs.
- Remove cupcakes from the oven and let them cool in the pan for 5 minutes. Then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely, which typically takes about 30 minutes.
- Once cooled, frost the cupcakes with your preferred frosting. For a graduation theme, consider using white or school color-themed frosting.
- Decorate the cupcakes with graduation-themed toppers such as miniature graduation caps, diplomas, or school-specific decorations.
- Serve and enjoy your festive graduation cupcakes!
Tips
- Sifting dry ingredients is crucial for a smooth, lump-free batter that guarantees tender cupcakes.
- Don't overmix the batter – mix just until ingredients are combined to keep cupcakes light and fluffy.
- Use an ice cream scoop for perfectly uniform cupcake sizes.
- Allow cupcakes to cool completely before frosting to prevent melting.
- Get creative with frosting colors matching your graduate's school colors.
- Invest in cute graduation-themed toppers to add that extra festive touch.
- For best results, use room temperature eggs and milk to ensure even mixing.
- Store cupcakes in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 220kcal
Carbohydrates: 28g
Protein: 3g
Fat: 11g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Cholesterol: 30mg
