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Chocolate Amaretto Cupcakes

Indulge in these rich Chocolate Amaretto Cupcakes! Moist, chocolatey, and infused with almond liqueur, they're a delightful treat for any occasion.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Servings: 12 servings

Ingredients

For the Cupcakes:

  • 1 cup coconut milk
  • 1/3 cup canola oil
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 1 tablespoon amaretto liqueur
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/3 cup cocoa powder
  • 2 tablespoons almond meal or finely ground almonds
  • 3/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

For the Frosting:

  • 1/2 cup butter or margarine room temperature
  • 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
  • 2 1/2 to 3 cups confectioners sugar
  • 1-2 tablespoons amaretto liqueur
  • 2 tablespoons cream or soy creamer

Instructions

  • Step 1: Preheat Your Oven. Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a cupcake tin with cupcake liners to prepare for your batter.
  • Step 2: Combine Wet Ingredients. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the coconut milk, canola oil, vanilla extract, sugar, and amaretto liqueur until well combined and smooth.
  • Step 3: Mix Dry Ingredients. In a separate bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, almond meal, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
  • Step 4: Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can lead to dense cupcakes.
  • Step 5: Fill the Cupcake Liners. Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners, filling each about two-thirds full to allow for rising.
  • Step 6: Bake. Place the cupcake tin in the preheated oven and bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Step 7: Cool the Cupcakes. Once baked, remove the cupcakes from the oven and let them cool in the tin for about 5 minutes. Then, transfer them to a cooling rack to cool completely.
  • Step 8: Make the Frosting. While the cupcakes are cooling, prepare the frosting. In a mixing bowl, beat the room temperature butter or margarine until creamy. Gradually add the cocoa powder and confectioners sugar, mixing well. Add the amaretto liqueur and cream or soy creamer, adjusting the consistency to your liking.
  • Step 9: Frost the Cupcakes. Once the cupcakes are completely cool, frost them generously with your amaretto chocolate frosting using a spatula.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Cupcake tin
  • Cupcake Liners
  • Cooling rack
  • Spatula

Notes

  • Replace half of the canola oil with unsweetened applesauce for a lower fat option.
  • Use a sugar substitute to reduce the overall sugar content.
  • Opt for whole wheat flour instead of all-purpose flour for added nutrition.