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Close-up of a Chocolate Valentine Cupcake with heart sprinkles, showing a bite taken out of the rich chocolate cake.

Chocolate Valentine Cupcakes with Heart Sprinkles

These chocolate cupcakes are rich and moist, perfect for Valentine's Day. Heart sprinkles add instant joy and make these cupcakes feel perfect for sharing.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 12 cupcakes
Calories 300 kcal

Equipment

  • Muffin Tin
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Whisk

Ingredients
  

Chocolate Cupcakes

  • 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup cocoa powder
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 egg
  • 3/4 cup milk
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Topping

  • As needed Chocolate frosting
  • As needed Heart sprinkles

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
  • In a separate bowl, mix the sugar, vegetable oil, egg, milk, and vanilla extract.
  • Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Mix until the batter is smooth. Do not overmix.
  • Fill the cupcake liners about two-thirds full. Bake for 18 to 20 minutes.
  • Let the cupcakes cool completely. Frost them with chocolate frosting and decorate with heart sprinkles.

Notes

These cupcakes are great for sharing at any Valentine's gathering.
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