Chocolate Oreo Cupcakes (+ Oreo Buttercream) - Live Well Bake Often
"Soft, moist chocolate cupcakes topped with an easy Oreo buttercream frosting. These Chocolate Oreo Cupcakes are perfect for Oreo lovers!..."
INGREDIENTS
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1 cup (125 grams) all-purpose flour
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1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons (30 grams) unsweetened cocoa powder
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3/4 teaspoon baking powder
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1/2 teaspoon baking soda
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/2 cup (100 grams) light or dark brown sugar (, packed)
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1/2 cup (100 grams) granulated sugar
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1/3 cup (80 ml) canola or vegetable oil
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1/2 cup (120 ml) buttermilk
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1 large egg
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1/2 cup (120 ml) boiling water
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1 teaspoon instant espresso powder or instant coffee granules ((optional, but recommended))
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1 cup (230 grams) unsalted butter (, softened to room temperature)
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3 cups (360 grams) powdered sugar
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2-3 tablespoons (30-45 ml) heavy whipping cream
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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3/4 cup finely crushed Oreo crumbs ((about 9 Oreos))
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Optional: 16 mini Oreos
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