Description
These Marble Black and White Cupcakes are a delightful treat combining rich chocolate and classic vanilla flavors in a beautiful marbled swirl. Perfectly moist and fluffy, they offer a stunning presentation with a delicious taste ideal for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup boiling water
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with cupcake liners to ensure easy removal and prevent sticking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until evenly combined.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, mix buttermilk, vegetable oil, egg, and vanilla extract thoroughly. Then, add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined to avoid overmixing.
- Prepare Chocolate Batter: Divide the batter evenly into two bowls. To one bowl, sift in the unsweetened cocoa powder, then pour in the boiling water and stir until the chocolate batter is smooth and well blended.
- Fill Cupcake Liners: Alternate spoonfuls of vanilla and chocolate batter into each cupcake liner. Use a toothpick to gently swirl the batters together, creating a beautiful marbled effect.
- Bake the Cupcakes: Bake for 18 to 22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, indicating that the cupcakes are fully cooked.
- Cool: Allow the cupcakes to cool for 5 minutes in the muffin tin, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely before serving or frosting.
Notes
- For richer flavor, use high-quality unsweetened cocoa powder.
- Do not overmix the batter to keep the cupcakes light and fluffy.
- Boiling water helps bloom the cocoa powder, intensifying the chocolate flavor.
- Ensure cupcakes are completely cooled before adding frosting to prevent melting.
- Store cupcakes in an airtight container to maintain freshness for up to 3 days.
