Directions
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Step 1
Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (160 degrees C).
Step 2
In the bowl of a stand-mixer fitted with the whisk attachment, combine the
Eggs (4)
and
Caster Sugar (2 cups)
and mix on a high speed for 3-5 minutes until light and fluffy.
Step 3
Combine the
All-Purpose Flour (2 cups)
,
Dark Cocoa Powder (2 Tbsp)
(plus 2 tsp),
Baking Powder (1 Tbsp)
, and
Salt (1 pinch)
in a bowl and whisk together to get rid of any lumps.
Step 4
Combine the
Butter (1/2 cup)
and
Milk (1 cup)
in a saucepan and melt the butter over low heat. Bring to a boil, then remove from the heat.
Step 5
Add the flour mixture and the boiled milk and butter mixture to the bowl of the stand mixer. Whisk on high until completely combined.
Step 6
Spoon the mixture into your cupcakes liners and place in the oven. Bake for around 30 to 40 minutes.
Step 7
Remove the cupcakes from the oven and allow to cool completely. While the cake is cooling, make the frosting.
Step 8
Place the
Butter (1 cup)
in the bowl of a stand-mixer with the paddle attached.
Step 9
Mix on a high speed until the butter becomes light and pale, around 5 minutes.
Step 10
Add the
Powdered Confectioners Sugar (2 cups)
and
Dark Cocoa Powder (1/2 cup)
. Mix on high speed until thick and combined.
Step 11
Add the
Milk (1/4 cup)
and continue mixing until light and fluffy.
Step 12
Top each cupcake with frosting and decorate with
Sprinkles (to taste)
.
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