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German Chocolate Cupcakes Recipe

German Chocolate Cupcakes Recipe
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Indulge in these moist and rich German Chocolate Cupcakes topped with a luscious coconut-pecan frosting. A delightful treat for any occasion!

Ingredients

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Cupcakes:

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 cup hot water
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Coconut-Pecan Frosting:

  • 1/2 cup evaporated milk
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 2 egg yolks
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3/4 cup sweetened shredded coconut
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Preheat to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin.
  2. Mix cocoa: Combine cocoa powder and water until smooth.
  3. Prepare dry ingredients: Whisk flour, baking soda, and salt in a bowl.
  4. Cream butter and sugar: Beat butter and sugar until fluffy.
  5. Add wet ingredients: Mix in eggs, vanilla, and cocoa. Alternate adding dry ingredients and buttermilk.
  6. Bake: Divide batter, bake for 18–22 minutes, then cool.
  7. Make frosting: Cook milk, sugar, yolks, and butter until thickened. Stir in vanilla, coconut, and pecans. Frost cupcakes.

Notes

  • For extra decadence, drizzle melted chocolate over the frosted cupcakes.
  • Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate for longer freshness.

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