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German Chocolate Cupcakes

🧁 Authentic Delight | German Chocolate Cupcakes Recipe (2023)

Indulge in the rich heritage of German flavors with these decadent cupcakes! Moist chocolate cake topped with classic coconut pecan frosting, a true delight for your taste buds. Experience the essence of Germany in every bite. 🇩🇪🍬🥧
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 18 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 417 kcal

Ingredients
  

Ingredients for German Chocolate Cupcakes

    For the cupcakes:

    • ⦁ - ⅓ cup milk
    • ⦁ - ¼ teaspoon white vinegar
    • ⦁ - ⅓ cup all-purpose flour
    • ⦁ - 4 teaspoons cocoa powder
    • ⦁ - ¼ teaspoon baking soda
    • ⦁ - ¼ teaspoon baking powder
    • ⦁ - 4 teaspoons oil
    • ⦁ - ¼ teaspoon vanilla
    • ⦁ - ¼ cup brown sugar

    For the frosting:

    • ⦁ - 5 oz. evaporated milk the small can
    • ⦁ - ⅓ cup sugar
    • ⦁ - 1 egg yolk
    • ⦁ - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
    • ⦁ - ¼ cup chopped pecans
    • ⦁ - ½ cup sweetened coconut flakes

    Instructions
     

    German Chocolate Cupcakes Recipe

      🧁 Step 1: Setting the Stage 🧁

      • - Preheat the oven to 350°F for a cozy baking atmosphere.
      • - Gather your ingredients and tools in a neat arrangement.
      • - Create anticipation and excitement for the delicious journey ahead.

      🥛🧪 Step 2: Milk and Vinegar Magic 🥛🧪

      • - Pour milk into a bowl, add a touch of vinegar, let them mingle.
      • - Witness a delightful science experiment, like newfound friends bonding.

      🍚🍫 Step 3: Mixing the Dry Team 🍚🍫

      • - Sift flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and baking powder into another bowl.
      • - Imagine these powdery pals coming together, ready for a transformation.

      🥄🌼 Step 4: Sweet Whisking 🥄🌼

      • - Whisk canola oil, vanilla, and brown sugar in a separate bowl.
      • - Envision a graceful dance of ingredients, forming a sweet symphony.

      🌪️🤝 Step 5: Combining the Forces 🌪️🤝

      • - Blend dry ingredients with the oil-sugar mixture in two parts.
      • - Introduce the milk-vinegar potion, adding a touch of enchantment.

      🎭🧁 Step 6: Cupcake Ballet 🎭🧁

      • - Distribute batter into four muffin cups, watch them rise and transform.
      • - Visualize golden cupcakes, like characters coming to life in an oven stage.

      🍮🎉 Step 7: Frosting Ensemble 🍮🎉

      • - Combine evaporated milk, sugar, egg yolk, and butter in a saucepan.
      • - Gently heat, stirring occasionally, let ingredients mingle in harmony.

      🌰🥥 Step 8: Thickening and Flavoring 🌰🥥

      • - As mixture thickens, add chopped pecans and coconut flakes.
      • - Envision characters joining an adventurous plot, adding flavor to the tale.

      🔥👑 Step 9: The Grand Finale 🔥👑

      • - Remove the saucepan from heat, let the frosting cool.
      • - Crown your cupcakes with this luscious frosting, the climax of your creation.
      • Unleash your inner baker and create a magical tale with these delightful German Chocolate Cupcakes. 🧁✨

      Notes

      Nutrition Facts

       
      ⦁ - Calories: 417
      ⦁ - Total Fat: 23g
      ⦁ - Carbohydrates: 48g
      ⦁ - Sugar: 37g
      ⦁ - Fiber: 2g
      ⦁ - Protein: 6g
      ⦁ - Saturated Fat: 10g
      ⦁ - Unsaturated Fat: 12g
      ⦁ - Cholesterol: 74mg
      ⦁ - Sodium: 288 mg
      ⦁ - Trans Fat: 0g
      Keyword German Chocolate Cupcakes