This moist and airy chocolate goodness called devil's food chocolate cupcake is a treat any time of the year. It's a simple, easy and quick recipe. The cupcake tastes delicious on its own with all that rich chocolate flavor. And yet, add a dark chocolate frosting to take them to that ultimate luxury.
In a bowl, add the boiling water to the cocoa powder. Set aside to cool.
When cooled, add the sour cream and vanilla to the cocoa mixture - mix well and set aside.
Cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
Add the eggs, one at a time.
Followed by the cooled cocoa mixture.
Lastly, add in the flour mixture.
Pour batter into 18 to 20 cupcake liners.
Bake in a preheated oven for about 18 to 20 minutes.
Cool completely before decorating.
For the Dark Chocolate Frosting
Melt the chocolate and cream in a microwave-safe bowl or double boiler let cool completely.
Cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
Add vanilla and salt - and combine well.
Lastly, add the cooled chocolate and cream mix.
Whip well until you have a light and creamy but stiff peaks icing.
Decorate the Cupcakes
Place the frosting in a piping bag with a star tip nozzle.
Add the frosting and close the bag.
Pipe swirls over cupcakes.
Sprinkle some non-perils if desired.
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