Indulge your sweet tooth with a decadent twist on a classic favorite—bourbon chocolate cupcakes! These moist, rich delights are not just your ordinary cupcakes; they are infused with the warm, inviting flavors of bourbon, making them perfect for celebrations or a special treat just for you. Topped with velvety chocolate buttercream frosting and finished with a luscious bourbon glaze, these cupcakes are sure to impress your friends and family. Ready to elevate your baking game? Dive into our recipe and discover how to create these irresistible bourbon chocolate cupcakes that will have everyone asking for seconds!
Prep Time: 30 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 50 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 12 cupcakes
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup bourbon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup butter, softened (for frosting)
- 2 cups powdered sugar (for frosting)
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder (for frosting)
- 1/4 cup bourbon (for glaze)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a large mixing bowl, sift together all-purpose flour, sugar, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Ensure all dry ingredients are well combined and free of lumps.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together vegetable oil, eggs, bourbon, and vanilla extract until smooth and fully incorporated.
- Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, mixing with a spatula or electric mixer until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Divide the batter evenly among the prepared cupcake liners, filling each about 2/3 full.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean.
- Remove cupcakes from the oven and let cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- For the chocolate buttercream frosting, beat softened butter in a mixing bowl until creamy and smooth.
- Gradually add powdered sugar and cocoa powder to the butter, mixing on low speed until incorporated. Then beat on medium-high speed until light and fluffy.
- Once cupcakes are completely cool, pipe or spread the chocolate buttercream frosting on top of each cupcake.
- For the bourbon glaze, combine bourbon in a small saucepan and reduce over medium heat until slightly thickened.
- Drizzle the bourbon glaze over the frosted cupcakes just before serving.
- Optionally, garnish with chocolate shavings or a light dusting of cocoa powder.
Tips
- Measure Accurately: Ensure your ingredients are measured correctly for the best texture. Use a kitchen scale for precision if possible, especially for the flour and sugar.
- Room Temperature Ingredients: For a smoother batter and frosting, make sure your eggs and butter are at room temperature before mixing.
- Don’t Overmix: When combining wet and dry ingredients, mix until just combined. Overmixing can lead to dense cupcakes.
- Cool Completely: Allow the cupcakes to cool completely before frosting to prevent the buttercream from melting.
- Bourbon Glaze: For a richer flavor, let the bourbon glaze cool slightly before drizzling it over the cupcakes. This will help it set and create a beautiful finish.
- Garnish Creatively: Elevate the presentation by garnishing with chocolate shavings or a sprinkle of sea salt for an added flavor contrast.
- Storage: Store any leftover cupcakes in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days, or refrigerate for longer freshness.
- Experiment with Flavors: Feel free to experiment by adding chocolate chips to the batter or using different flavored extracts in the frosting for a unique twist!
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 420kcal
Carbohydrates: 45g
Protein: 4g
Fat: 25g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Cholesterol: 75mg
