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Chocolate Cupcakes with Bailey’s Crème Frosting

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These Chocolate Cupcakes with Bailey’s Crème Frosting are rich, moist, and packed with deep chocolate flavor. Topped with a silky Bailey’s Irish Cream frosting, they’re the perfect indulgent treat for holidays, parties, or any special occasion. Easy to make and irresistibly delicious!

Ingredients

For the Chocolate Cupcakes:

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • ¾ teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ cup whole milk
  • ½ cup hot brewed coffee (or hot water)

For the Bailey’s Crème Frosting:

  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 3 tablespoons Bailey’s Irish Cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

Make the Cupcakes:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners.
  • In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  • In another large bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  • Add eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla extract.
  • Gradually add dry ingredients, alternating with milk, mixing until just combined.
  • Stir in hot brewed coffee, mixing until smooth.
  • Divide batter evenly among cupcake liners, filling each about ⅔ full.
  • Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  • Let cupcakes cool completely before frosting.

2️⃣ Make the Bailey’s Crème Frosting:

  • In a bowl, beat butter until creamy.
  • Gradually add powdered sugar, beating until smooth.
  • Mix in Bailey’s Irish Cream and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.

3️⃣ Frost the Cupcakes:

  • Pipe or spread frosting onto cooled cupcakes.
  • Garnish with chocolate shavings, cocoa powder, or sprinkles if desired.

Notes

  • Boozy Kick: Add an extra tablespoon of Bailey’s for a stronger flavor.
  • Non-Alcoholic Version: Replace Bailey’s with heavy cream and a drop of Irish cream extract.
  • Extra Chocolate: Fold in ½ cup of chocolate chips into the batter for a gooier texture.

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