Chocolate Kahlua Cupcakes Yield: approx. 20-24 cupcakes
INGREDIENTS
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For the cupcakes:
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¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
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1 tbsp. instant espresso powder
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1½ cups all-purpose flour
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1½ cups sugar
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1½ tsp. baking soda
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¾ tsp. baking powder
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¾ tsp. salt
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2 large eggs
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¾ cup warm water
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¾ cup buttermilk
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3 tbsp. vegetable oil
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1 tsp. vanilla extract
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For brushing the cupcakes:
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Kahlua liqueur
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For the frosting:
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12 tbsp. unsalted butter, at room temperature
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4 cups confectioners’ sugar, sifted
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7-8 tbsp. Kahlua liqueur
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2 tbsp. heavy cream
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