Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips (optional)
- Edible green buttercream or fondant for cauldron tops
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with liners or silicone cauldron cups.
- Whisk flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a bowl.
- Whisk eggs, milk, melted butter, and vanilla in a separate bowl.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients until just combined; fold in chocolate chips.
- Fill cups 3/4 full and bake 18-22 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool completely.
- Decorate with green buttercream or fondant cauldrons; add edible glitter for bubbling potion look.
Notes
- To make dairy-free, substitute dairy-free butter and plant-based milk.
- For extra drama, pipe a ring of green frosting around the rim and sprinkle with edible gold dust.
- Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 18-22 mins
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: British-inspired magical dessert
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake
- Calories: 260 calories
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 120 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 34 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg
