Description
Indulge in the rich flavors of Espresso Brownie Cupcakes with Coffee Buttercream, a delightful treat perfect for coffee enthusiasts and dessert lovers alike. These fudgy cupcakes combine the deep essence of espresso and chocolate, creating an irresistible dessert that’s not only easy to make but also visually appealing. Whether you’re hosting a party or simply treating yourself, these cupcakes topped with creamy coffee buttercream are sure to impress. With their decadent taste and customizable frosting options, they can cater to any occasion or personal preference.
Ingredients
Scale
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- ⅓ cup cocoa powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon instant espresso powder
- ¼ cup milk
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon instant espresso powder dissolved in 1 tablespoon hot water
- 1–2 tablespoons milk
- Crushed chocolate-covered espresso beans
- Cocoa powder dusting
- Chocolate sprinkles or shavings
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Remove from heat and stir in the sugar until well combined.
- Beat in the eggs, one at a time, then mix in the vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, salt, and espresso powder.
- Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture. Stir in the milk until smooth.
- Divide the batter evenly into cupcake liners, filling each about ⅔ full. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let cupcakes cool completely before frosting.
- In a large bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy.
- Gradually add in the powdered sugar, beating until smooth.
- Mix in the dissolved espresso powder along with 1 tablespoon of milk. Add extra milk if needed for a silky consistency.
- Frost the cooled cupcakes using a piping bag. Decorate with crushed chocolate-covered espresso beans, cocoa powder dusting, or chocolate sprinkles/shavings as desired.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (70g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 23g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg