Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure even baking.
- Step 2: Line a cupcake pan with parchment liners for easy removal.
- Step 3: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together coconut milk, canola oil, vanilla extract, and sugar until combined.
- Step 4: Stir in instant espresso powder or ground coffee until fully dissolved.
- Step 5: In another bowl, sift together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- Step 6: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and mix until just combined.
- Step 7: Fill cupcake liners about two-thirds full with batter.
- Step 8: Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Step 9: Allow cupcakes to cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack.
- Step 10: For frosting, cream together softened butter, cocoa powder, and powdered sugar. Add brewed coffee and vanilla, beating until smooth.
- Step 11: Once cooled, frost the cupcakes generously with the chocolate coffee frosting.
Notes
- For a stronger coffee flavor, increase the espresso powder.
- Let cupcakes cool completely before frosting to avoid melting.
- Chill frosting for easier piping.
