Description
Indulge in the rich flavors of German Chocolate Cupcakes, featuring a moist chocolate base topped with a decadent coconut and pecan frosting. These irresistible treats combine textures and tastes that will delight your palate and impress your guests, making them perfect for birthdays, celebrations, or cozy evenings at home. With easy-to-follow steps and simple ingredients, you’ll create show-stopping desserts that are as beautiful as they are delicious.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- ½ cup whole milk
- 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
- ½ cup toasted pecans (chopped)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well.
- Gradually mix in milk and then fold in dry ingredients until just combined.
- Divide batter into liners, filling two-thirds full. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- For frosting, beat softened butter with powdered sugar, then mix in coconut flakes and chopped pecans. Frost cooled cupcakes generously.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (60g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg