Easter Egg Chocolate Cupcakes

Easter Egg Chocolate Cupcakes are the perfect treat for the Easter season. These delicious cupcakes are made with rich chocolate and topped with a creamy frosting and a mini Easter egg. This recipe is easy to follow and will yield 12 cupcakes.

Ingredients:

- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup milk
- 12 mini Easter eggs

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk, and mix until just combined.
5. Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cupcake liner about 2/3 full.
6. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean.
7. Allow the cupcakes to cool completely before frosting. To make the frosting, beat together 1/2 cup unsalted butter, 2 cups powdered sugar, 1 tsp vanilla extract, and 2-3 tbsp milk until light and fluffy.
8. Pipe the frosting onto the cupcakes and top each one with a mini Easter egg.
These Easter Egg Chocolate Cupcakes are a delightful combination of rich chocolate and creamy frosting, with a fun Easter twist. They are perfect for Easter brunch or as a sweet treat for the kids. Enjoy!
Type: Dessert, Cupcakes
Main Ingredients: Chocolate, Easter Eggs, Butter