Rich, moist, and fluffy chocolate cupcakes made in one bowl — no mixer required. Quick to whip up and perfect for any occasion.
1 cup all-purpose flour
½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 cup granulated sugar
1 tsp baking soda
½ tsp salt
1 large egg
½ cup milk (or buttermilk)
¼ cup vegetable oil
1 tsp vanilla extract
½ cup hot coffee or boiling water
Preheat oven to 350°F and line a 12-cup muffin tin.
In a large bowl, whisk flour, cocoa, sugar, baking soda, and salt.
Add egg, milk, oil, and vanilla. Whisk until smooth.
Slowly whisk in hot coffee or water. Batter will be thin.
Divide among cupcake liners (⅔ full). Bake 18–22 minutes.
Cool completely before frosting.
Store at room temp for 2 days or refrigerate up to 5. Freeze unfrosted cupcakes for up to 2 months.