Delicious Chocolate Chip Cupcakes Recipe: Easy, Moist, and Perfect for Any Occasion

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Chocolate chip cupcakes are a delightful treat that combines the classic flavors of a chocolate chip cookie with the light, fluffy texture of a cupcake.

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Perfect for any occasion, these cupcakes are easy to make and sure to satisfy your sweet tooth. Let’s dive into the recipe!

Ingredients:

• 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
• 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• ½ cup milk
• 1 cup mini chocolate chips

For the Frosting:

• ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
• 2 cups powdered sugar
• 2 tablespoons milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• ½ cup mini chocolate chips (for topping)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Cupcake Batter:
2. • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with cupcake liners.
   • In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
   • In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract.
   • Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk, beginning and ending with the flour mixture. Mix until just combined.
   • Fold in the mini chocolate chips.
3. Bake the Cupcakes:
4. • Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners, filling each about two-thirds full.
   • Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean.
   • Allow the cupcakes to cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
5. Prepare the Frosting:
6. • In a large bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar, beating until smooth.
   • Add the milk and vanilla extract, and continue to beat until the frosting is light and fluffy.
7. Frost the Cupcakes:
8. • Once the cupcakes are completely cool, frost them with the prepared frosting. Sprinkle the remaining mini chocolate chips on top for decoration.

Conclusion:

Chocolate chip cupcakes are a delightful and easy-to-make treat that combines the best of both worlds: the rich, chocolatey goodness of chocolate chips and the light, fluffy texture of cupcakes. Perfect for any occasion, these cupcakes are sure to be a hit with everyone. Enjoy the delicious taste and happy baking!

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