Indulge in a sweet treat with these irresistible chocolate chip cupcakes. Made with mini chocolate chips, each bite is bursting with chocolate morsels. These decadent cupcakes are the perfect dessert for any occasion.
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Chocolate chip cupcakes are a beloved dessert for their rich and indulgent flavor. Made with an easy-to-make fluffy batter, each bite is filled with the delicious taste of mini chocolate chips. These delectable cupcakes are perfect for satisfying a sweet craving or serving as a crowd-pleasing dessert at any event.
One of the great things about chocolate chip cupcakes is their versatility. They can be made with a variety of different toppings, including frosting, whipped cream, or even left plain. They also pair well with a variety of beverages, from coffee to milk to tea, making them an ideal treat for any time of day.
While chocolate chip cupcakes are often associated with childhood nostalgia and birthday parties, they also make a sophisticated dessert for more formal occasions. They'd be perfect for tea parties or weddings or baby showers.
Chocolate chip cupcakes are a delicious and satisfying dessert that can be enjoyed by all. Whether enjoyed as a sweet snack, a decadent dessert, or an elegant treat, these cupcakes are sure to please even the most discerning palate.
Key ingredients
Ingredients
This section reviews the best ingredients and substitutions for this recipe. For an exact list of ingredients and quantities, check the recipe card below.
- Chocolate Chips - I use mini chocolate chips. They are a perfect size and don't overwhelm the cupcakes.
- Flour - You'll use regular all-purpose flour in this recipe
- Butter - I use salted butter that has been softened
- Milk - Use whole milk or 2% milk
- Eggs - Allow the eggs to warm up a bit at room temperature
Step by step directions
How to make it
In this section, I share step-by-step photos, cooking methods, techniques, and a general overview. For detailed instructions, temperatures, and timing, check the printable recipe card below.
- Cream butter and sugar together in a mixing bowl
- Add eggs one at a time
- Mix in vanilla
- Combine flour, baking powder, and salt together. Mix half the mixture into the butter mixture.
- Add the milk and combine
- Add the remaining flour mixture. Mix just until mostly combined.
- Add chocolate chips and fold in along with any remaining unmixed flour
- Place batter into paper-lined cupcake tins
- Bake in a preheated 350°F oven for 18-20 minutes
- Cool on a baking rack for about 5 minutes, then remove from the pan and continue cooling.
- Frost cupcakes after they are fully cool
Recipe tips
- Make certain your butter is soft
- Use a stand mixer or a handheld mixer. If using a stand mixer, use the paddle attachment.
- Cream the butter and sugar until the color begins to lighten and the mixture is fluffy
- Only mix half the flour mixture in first and then add the second half after the milk has been added
- Use a cookie scoop or ice cream scoop to get evenly sized cupcakes
- Test cupcakes with a toothpick. If the toothpick comes out clean with just a few crumbs, the cupcakes are done.
- Baking time varies depending on your oven
Frequently asked questions
Yes, these cupcakes can be frozen. Allow cupcakes to fully cool and then place a single layer in an airtight freezer container and then into the freezer. Cupcakes are best used in 30 days.
Yes, regular-sized chocolate chips may be used. You may want to decrease the chocolate chips to one cup.
If you're looking for another delicious way to use those mini chocolate chips, check out these chocolate chip muffins from Quiet Baking Day.
Frostings
Top these cupcakes with your favorite type of frosting. Some options include:
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Chocolate Chip Cupcakes
Ingredients
- ¾ cup butter, salted (softened)
- 1 ¾ cup sugar
- 4 eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla
- 2 ¾ cups flour
- 2 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 ½ cups milk
- 1 ½ cups mini chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F
- Cream butter and sugar together in a mixing bowl for 3-4 minutes until the mixture is light and fluffy¾ cup butter, salted, 1 ¾ cup sugar
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition4 eggs
- Mix in vanilla2 teaspoons vanilla
- Combine flour, baking powder and salt together. Mix half the mixture into the butter mixture. Stir well.2 ¾ cups flour, 2 ½ teaspoons baking powder, ½ teaspoon salt
- Add the milk and combine1 ½ cups milk
- Add remaining flour mixture. Mix just until mostly combined.
- Add chocolate chips and fold in along with any remaining unmixed flour1 ½ cups mini chocolate chips
- Place batter into paper lined cupcake tins
- Bake in a preheated 350°F oven for 18-20 minutes
- Cool on a baking rack for about 5 minutes, then remove from pan and continue cooling.
- Allow cupcakes to fully cool before adding your favorite frosting. Sprinkle with a few additional chocolate chips right after frosting.
Notes
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- Make certain your butter is soft
- When measuring flour, don't overpack the measuring cup. Fluff up flour first with a spoon or scoop and then gently scoop it into the measuring cup and then level the cup.
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- Use a stand mixer or a handheld mixer. If using a stand mixer, use the paddle attachment.
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- Cream the butter and sugar until the color begins to lighten and the mixture is fluffy
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- Only mix half the flour mixture in first and then add the second half after the milk has been added
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- Use a cookie scoop or ice cream scoop to get evenly sized cupcakes
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- Test cupcakes with a toothpick. If the toothpick comes out clean with just a few crumbs, the cupcakes are done.
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- Baking time varies depending on your oven
Nutritional Disclaimer:
Nutritional information is provided as a courtesy and should only be construed as an estimate rather than a guarantee. To obtain the most precise nutritional information in a provided recipe, you should calculate the nutritional information with the exact ingredients you are using when preparing the recipe using your preferred nutrition calculator.
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