Birthday Chocolate Brownie Cupcakes
These Intense Birthday Chocolate Brownie Cupcakes are a great substitute for a traditional Birthday Cake. Intense, Dark and rich, it has it all. These Brownie cupcakes are moist and loaded with chocolate making it the best cupcake recipe in town
About These Brownie Cupcakes
Firstly, loaded with chocolate and baked with love these brownie cupcakes are totally delicious and worth a try
Also, fluffy and light with a rich buttery taste, these cupcakes feel just like a brownie
Topped with a silky chocolate buttercream frosting which takes these basic cupcakes to the next level
Also, perfect for a kids birthday party as these are totally yummy
Brownie Cupcakes Recipe
So, I recently made a big batch of these for my little cousins birthday party for all the kids that came over. Moreover, this was a sure hit among all. Also, chocolate and children are a match made in heaven and this one can never go wrong. The fluffy cupcake, when topped with a silky frosting, is just delicious and irresistible. My family now wants to have these served at every birthday party (with popular demand) So, that’s where I decided to call these The Birthday Chocolate Brownie Cupcakes
Double Chocolate Brownie Cupcakes
Now, I’m sure you’ve come across a lot of chocolate cupcake recipes and are wondering why is this special or why should you try this out. Well !! If you love brownies you’d love this one. Their rich, dark, moist with a crumbly texture and a double chocolate finish. That frosting up there is the crown to this cupcake and surely takes it to the next level. In short, if you love brownies you need this recipe !!
EGG REPLACEMENT
Above all, I’m not someone who would substitute eggs for this recipe, however, just in case some of your’ll are curious to do so here’s what you can do to make an eggless version of these cupcakes
So, you can use egg replacement powder.
Measurement: 1 egg = ½ tablespoon egg replacement powder + 2 tablespoons of water
Mix the water and powder together and add to the batter just like you would add the eggs
Let’s talk ingredients and process.. (Chocolate Brownie Cupcakes)
Eggs
Firstly, the egg is what gives these cupcakes its beautiful soft texture. So, the 1st step is to beat the sugar and eggs together. Now, this is an important step. And therefore, you need to make sure you do it well. Beat these ingredients together using an electric beater on high speed for about 3 to 4 mins. The mixture should double in volume. The mixture should turn from yellow to a pale white in color. Once done, only then move to the next step
Chocolate & Butter
The best chocolate yields the best cupcakes. Also, when it comes to butter I always recommend salted butter. Locally, Amul butter is easily available and it has always been an absolute favorite. To make these cupcakes, the chocolate and butter need to be melted together and then added to the cupcake batter. To do so, chop the chocolate finely, top it up in a bowl with the butter and microwave it in intervals of 30 seconds making sure you mix it after every interval to avoid the chocolate from burning. Alternatively, you can also melt the chocolate and butter onto a double boiler, again, making sure you mix it every time to avoid it from burning
Since you’ve now got the basics, let’s get started with baking …
Recipe – Birthday Chocolate Brownie Cupcakes (The Ultimate Brownie Muffins)
Ingredients
For the cupcakes
- salted butter – ½ cup (115 grams)
- chocolate, chopped – 4 oz (120 grams)
- 2 large eggs
- castor sugar ¾ cup (160 grams)
- all-purpose flour ⅓ cup (45 grams)
- unsweetened cocoa powder ⅓ cup (35 grams)
- baking powder ½ teaspoon
For the frosting
- salted butter ½ cup (115 grams)
- vanilla essence ¼ teaspoon
- icing sugar, sieved 1 ¾ cup (220 grams)
- cocoa powder ¼ cup (20 grams)
- heavy cream 2 tablespoons
Instructions (Brownie Cupcakes)
For the cupcakes
- Firstly, in a bowl add the chopped chocolate and butter together. Place it in the microwave or onto a double boiler to melt. Make sure to mix it constantly to avoid the chocolate from burning
- Next, in another bowl, combine the eggs and sugar together. Beat on high speed for 3 to 4 mins or until this mixture turns double in size and fluffy. Add the melted chocolate & butter to this mixture and continue beating until all the ingredients are well combined
- Now, in another bowl, sieve the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, and baking powder together. Mix well. Next, add this to the egg & chocolate mixture. Fold the flour mixture into it making sure there are no lumps.
- Fill a few cupcake liners with batter a little less than ¾ of each cup. Bake in a preheated oven at 180 degrees C for 20 to 25 mins or until an inserted skewer comes out clean (sometimes it takes just 15 mins to bake so keep watching)
- Once done, let the cupcakes come to room temperature before you crown them with frosting
For the frosting
- In a bowl, sieve the icing sugar and cocoa powder together. Mix well. (let’s call this the dry mixture)
- In another bowl, using an electric beater, beat the butter & vanilla essence until it turns light and fluffy. Add the dry mixture a little at a time beating well after every addition. Also, add the heavy cream to this mixture.
- Continue adding all the dry mixture of sugar and cocoa powder to the butter mixture. In the end, this mixture should feel light, fluffy and smooth just like how a frosting should be.
- Put this mixture in a nozzle bag and frost it onto the cupcakes. Top it up with some chocolate pieces. You’re done !!
Lastly,
Recipe Card – Birthday Chocolate Brownie Cupcakes
Printable Recipe
Ingredients
FOR THE CUPCAKES
- ½ cup salted butter (115 grams)
- 4 oz chocolate, chopped (120 grams)
- 2 large eggs
- ¾ cup castor sugar (160 grams)
- ⅓ cup all-purpose flour (45 grams)
- ⅓ cup unsweetened cocoa powder (35 grams)
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
FOR THE FROSTING
- ½ cup salted butter (115 grams)
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla essence
- 1 & ¾ cup icing sugar, sieved (220 grams)
- ¼ cup cocoa powder (20 grams)
- 2 tbsps heavy cream
Instructions
FOR THE CUPCAKES
- Firstly, in a bowl add the chopped chocolate and butter together. Place it in the microwave or onto a double boiler to melt. Make sure to mix it constantly to avoid the chocolate from burning
- Next, in another bowl, combine the eggs and sugar together. Beat on high speed for 3 to 4 mins or until this mixture turns double in size and fluffy. Add the melted chocolate & butter to this mixture and continue beating until all the ingredients are well combined
- Now, in another bowl, sieve the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, and baking powder together. Mix well. Next, add this to the wet egg & chocolate mixture. Fold the flour mixture into it making sure there are no lumps
- Fill a few cupcake liners with batter a little less than ¾ of each cup. Bake in a preheated oven at 180 degrees C for 20 to 25 mins or until an inserted skewer comes out clean (sometimes it takes just 15 mins to bake so keep watching)
- Once done, let the cupcakes come to room temperature before you crown them with frosting
FOR THE FROSTING
- In a bowl, sieve the icing sugar and cocoa powder together. Mix well. (let’s call this the dry mixture)
- In another bowl, using an electric beater, beat the butter & vanilla essence until it turns light and fluffy. Add the dry mixture a little at a time beating well after every addition. Also, add the heavy cream to this mixture
- Continue adding all the dry mixture of sugar and cocoa powder to the butter mixture. In the end, this mixture should feel light, fluffy and smooth just like how a frosting should be
- Put this mixture in a nozzle bag and frost it onto the cupcakes. Top it up with some chocolate pieces. You’re done !!
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Claire | The Simple, Sweet Life says
Brownie cupcakes?! These sound so divine. And I’m sure they’re extra decadent with that rich chocolate frosting. Drooling already!
Alisha Rodrigues says
Thanks, Claire.. You gotta make this
Anne Lawton says
Great idea to combine brownies and cupcakes! I love the little wrappers for the cupcakes that you used too!
Alisha Rodrigues says
Thanks, Anne.. I got them at my local store
Colleen says
You had me at double chocolate! These cupcakes are adorable any they look so chocolate-y and delectable.
Alisha Rodrigues says
Thanks Colleen … I’m glad you like it
Sara says
These brownie cupcakes look like my chocolate dreams come true. The frosting looks soooo good, and I am such a huge fan of both brownies and cupcakes. Pinning to keep on hand for this weekend!
Alisha Rodrigues says
Thanks, Sara !! I’m sure you’re going to love it
Jenni LeBaron says
I love a good brownie and I love a good chocolate cupcake so this sounds like the best of both worlds. These look like the ultimate fudgy choice to satisfy that chocolate craving!
Alisha Rodrigues says
Thanks Jenni.. I’m glad you like it
Marisa F. Stewart says
This is a chocolate lovers dream!! The cupcakes look amazingly moist and oh my, I am drooling just thinking about them. We have some birthdays coming up and I know the birthday boys would love to have me make these birthday brownie cupcake for them.
Alisha Rodrigues says
Thanks, Marisa.. So glad to hear this. I’m sure the birthday boy would love it
Amanda says
What a fun twist on the typical birthday cake! And if I’m being honest, I almost always prefer a brownie to cake. Thanks for the great idea!
Alisha Rodrigues says
Thanks, Amanda !! Same here, brownies any day and every day
Kylee says
These look soooo decadent. I love chocolate cupcakes that taste like chocolate, and have a dense texture and real chocolate flavor (vs the store bought ones that are not nearly as good). Yum
Alisha Rodrigues says
Thanks Kylee.. I’m glad you like it
Lindsey Pine says
You definitely took the best of both worlds and combined them into one dessert! A brownie cupcake sounds fantastic!
Alisha Rodrigues says
Thank you Lindsey .. It’s definitely the best of both worlds
Tammy says
Oooh brownies in cupcake form what’s not to love?! These look so good and decadent 😀
Alisha Rodrigues says
Thank you, Tammy !! I’m sure you’ll love them
Liz Shaw says
My mouth is watering just looking at the picture! Love how moist and fluffy they look. Looking forward to making them at the next family gathering. Pinned
Alisha Rodrigues says
Thanks, Liz !! Your family will love it
Caroline says
These look so rich and chocolatey. Fun idea for a birthday.
Alisha Rodrigues says
Thanks, Caroline.. I’d love to have these topped with candles instead of a typical Birthday cake
Natalie says
These cupcakes are delicious and just beautiful. Almost to beautiful to eat. ALMOST 😉 I must save this for my next party. I bet my guest will love these.
Alisha Rodrigues says
Thanks, Natalie. I bet, all would love it
Tisha says
I love this idea for birthdays! We love brownies in our house so this would be perfect!
Alisha Rodrigues says
Thanks, Tisha !! I’m glad you like it
(btw, I love the name, Tisha)
Ivana says
Made the cupcake brownies exactly as described and they turned out perfect! SO good, thank you!
Alisha Rodrigues says
Thanks, Ivana! I’m so glad to hear this .. Sugar Love !!!
Krissy Allori says
I know what I’m making for dessert tonight now! These look so yummy!
Alisha Rodrigues says
Wow .. Your going to love these
Rebecca Blackwell says
Chocolate brownie cupcakes. Three of my favorite words. 🙂 One question – did you use dutch process cocoa or just the regular variety?
Alisha Rodrigues says
Hey ..
Just regular cocoa powder works well !!