By Garima Johar
August 18, 2024
Raksha Bandhan is all about celebrating the bond between siblings. Why don’t you make it sweeter by baking chocolate cupcakes? Here’s a quick recipe you can follow.
For the cupcakes: 1.5 cups all-purpose flour 1 cup granulated sugar 1/2 cup cocoa powder 1 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup milk 1/2 cup vegetable oil 1 large egg 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/2 cup hot water For the frosting: 1/2 cup unsalted butter 3 cups powdered sugar 1/4 cup cocoa powder 1/4 cup milk 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
In another bowl, mix milk, oil, egg, and vanilla extract.
Combine the dry and wet ingredients. Stir in hot water to get a smooth batter.
Pour the batter into cupcake moulds and bake for 15-20 minutes. Let them cool.
Prepare the frosting by mixing butter, sugar, cocoa powder, milk, and vanilla extract.
Once the cupcakes are cool, decorate them with frosting and sprinkles.