Classic Chocolate Cupcakes

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a cupcake tray with paper liners.

2. 2

   In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.

3. 3

   Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.

4. 4

   In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.

5. 5

   Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the milk, and mix until just combined.

6. 6

   Stir in the vanilla extract.

7. 7

   Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners, filling each about two-thirds full.

8. 8

   Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean.

9. 9

   Allow the cupcakes to cool in the tray for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

10. 10

    Once cooled, spread the chocolate frosting over the top of each cupcake.

11. 11

    Serve and enjoy your Classic Chocolate Cupcakes!