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Vanilla & Chocolate Cupcakes with Donuts

A delightful blend of rich chocolate and creamy vanilla cupcakes topped with mini donuts for a charming dessert experience.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cupcakes
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder for chocolate cupcakes
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened Bring to room temperature for best results
  • 2 large eggs Use at room temperature
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
For the Vanilla Frosting
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1-2 tbsp milk for consistency
For the Mini Donuts (optional)
  • 1 cup cake flour
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp baking soda
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk
  • 1 tbsp melted butter

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake tray with cupcake liners.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. In a separate bowl, combine the cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt for the chocolate batter.
  3. In a mixing bowl, beat together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Blend in the eggs one at a time, followed by the milk and vanilla extract, until well combined.
  5. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until incorporated, being careful not to over-mix.
  6. Split the batter in half—add cocoa powder to one half for chocolate cupcakes, and leave the other half as vanilla.
  7. Spoon equal portions of chocolate and vanilla batters into the lined trays.
Baking
  1. Bake for about 15-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Allow them to cool.
Frosting and Decorating
  1. Prepare the vanilla frosting by beating the softened butter with powdered sugar and vanilla extract, adding milk for the right spreadable consistency.
  2. Prepare the mini donuts (optional) by mixing the ingredients and baking in a mini donut pan at 350°F for about 7-10 minutes or until golden.
  3. Frost the cooled cupcakes and top them with a mini donut and any additional sprinkles or toppings.

Notes

Room temperature ingredients yield the best results. Don’t overmix to ensure light and fluffy cupcakes. Adjust frosting consistency with milk as needed.