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Chocolate Marble Cupcakes

Chocolate Marble Cupcakes

These chocolate marble cupcakes are a delightful combination of light vanilla and rich chocolate batters, creating a stunning marbled effect. They are easy to make, perfect for any occasion, and stay moist for days.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 cupcakes servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 185
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1¾ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, room temperature
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • ½ cup whole milk
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2 tablespoons hot water

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F. Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners.
  2. Whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl.
  3. In another bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Then mix in the milk and vanilla extract.
  4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Fold gently with a spatula until just combined.
  5. Transfer about one-third of the batter to a separate bowl. Mix the cocoa powder with hot water until smooth and fold into the smaller portion of batter.
  6. Spoon the vanilla batter into each liner, filling them about halfway. Add dollops of chocolate batter on top and swirl with a toothpick or skewer.
  7. Bake for 18-20 minutes until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  8. Let the cupcakes cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Use room temperature ingredients for best results. Don't overmix the batters or swirl too vigorously to maintain distinct marble patterns.