Classic Chocolate Cupcakes

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with paper liners.

2. 2

   In a medium bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.

3. 3

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

4. 4

   Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.

5. 5

   Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the whole milk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.

6. 6

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

7. 7

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

8. 8

   Allow the cupcakes to cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely before frosting.