Monster Chocolate Cupcakes

Ingredients and Weight:

• All-purpose flour: 1 1/2 cups (180g)
• Granulated sugar: 1 1/2 cups (300g)
• Unsweetened cocoa powder: 1 cup (120g)
• Baking soda: 1 teaspoon (5g)
• Baking powder: 1 teaspoon (5g)
• Salt: 1/2 teaspoon (2.5g)
• Large eggs: 2
• Milk: 1 cup (240ml)
• Vegetable oil: 1/2 cup (120ml)
• Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon (5ml)
• Sour cream: 1/2 cup (120g)

Preparation Time:

• 20 minutes

Cooking Time:

• 18-20 minutes

Difficulty Level:

• 2

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with cupcake liners.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla extract.
4. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Fold in the sour cream.
5. Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups.
6. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7. Let the cupcakes cool completely before frosting.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 250
• Fat: 12g
• Cholesterol: 35mg
• Sodium: 150mg
• Carbohydrates: 36g
• Protein: 4g

Dish Characteristics:

• Moist and fluffy
• Rich chocolate flavor
• Festive Halloween-themed decoration

User Comments:

• "These cupcakes were a huge hit at my Halloween party!"
• "The chocolate frosting was the perfect addition for a monstrously delicious treat."
• "I loved the moist texture and the hint of orange zest in the batter."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Do not overmix the batter, as this can make the cupcakes tough.
• If you do not have sour cream, you can substitute plain Greek yogurt.
• Let the cupcakes cool completely before frosting, or the frosting will melt.