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German Chocolate Cupcakes

Deliciously moist chocolate cupcakes topped with a rich coconut and pecan frosting, inspired by the classic German chocolate cake.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: German
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Cupcake Batter
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 large egg at room temperature
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk at room temperature
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup boiling water
Coconut Pecan Frosting
  • 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
  • 1 cup chopped pecans
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup evaporated milk
  • 1/3 cup unsalted butter cubed
  • 1 large egg yolk
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Method
 

Make the Cupcakes
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
  3. Add the egg, buttermilk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients and mix until combined.
  4. Carefully stir in the boiling water until the batter is smooth.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each liner about 2/3 full.
  6. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. Allow the cupcakes to cool completely on a wire rack.
Make the Frosting
  1. In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the sugar, evaporated milk, butter, and egg yolk.
  2. Cook while stirring constantly until the mixture thickens, about 10 minutes.
  3. Remove from heat and stir in the coconut, pecans, and vanilla extract.
  4. Let the frosting cool before spreading it on the cooled cupcakes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupcakeCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 4gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

These cupcakes can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

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