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Mocha Cupcakes

January 18, 2012

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The winning combination of chocolate and coffee come together for a deliciously frosted cupcake recipe you’ll enjoy again and again.

Nothing like a nice Mocha to get you going…

This may not be your ordinary Mocha, it won’t spill, it’s not too hot but it’s just as delicious, maybe better that would have to do with the Coffee Frosting.

Coffee ice cream was a favorite of mine as a kid and I have to say one lick of this Coffee Frosting and oh the memories came flooding back.

You see we typically had ice cream in the freezer at my house when I was growing up. Everyone wanted to babysit at our house. Yes, they actually told us so. They liked that we had ice cream. (and my brother and I were easy to babysit, so I’m told) So if you want your babysitters to keep coming back apparently the trick is to stock the freezer with ice cream, or give these cupcakes a try…

If you’re stocking the freezer with ice cream… I would recommend two containers of ice cream at least! One coffee, or coffee ripple or whatever they called it with the fudge swirl, and well the second container is up to you. Me, I like mint chip, peanut butter, chocolate…yea, I pretty much like them all.

That is my tip for the day.

How to keep a good babysitter…ice cream is the answer, and by the way, it’s the answer to making your kids happy too, I use it all the time. Kids were mean, let’s go inside and get some ice cream! Had to get a shot at the doctor, which calls for a milkshake. You see I don’t always reward things with ice cream, there are moments cookies and cupcakes are required 🙂

Then again if there is no room in your freezer, make these! I’m sure the babysitter, your kids, neighbors, and friends will all come over to enjoy them.

These Mocha Cupcakes with Coffee Frosting really start with these two wonderful ingredients. I kept this really simple so no excuses.  You can whip up a batch really quick and if there are any extras, just call me over I’ll help you finish them.

From scratch chocolate cupcakes, replace the hot water with strong brewed coffee in this recipe here

Mocha Cupcakes with Coffee Frosting 

  • 1 box Chocolate Cake Mix
  • use double strength brewed coffee instead of water that is called for on the package directions.
  • Add the other ingredients as required on the package

To brew double-strength coffee, place two times the amount of coffee recommended. In this case, I used 4 tablespoons of coffee with 12 oz water to be sure I made enough. Then I let the coffee cool, before adding it to the rest of the ingredients.

Place cake mix, eggs, oil, cooled coffee, and cream into a bowl and mix on medium for 30 seconds or until all ingredients are combined. Place 3 tablespoons batter into each cupcake liner. Bake according to package directions.

 I used white liners with brown polka dots, oh how I love all the cute cupcakes liners you can find everywhere.

I love how these cupcakes have a brownie-like top when baked.

Coffee Frosting –enough to spread on cupcakes with a spatula (double this recipe to swirl on cupcakes)

  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons coffee 
  • 2 tablespoons heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Beat butter with powdered sugar, add in coffee, and cream, and vanilla.

Spread on cooled cupcakes. 

Add more powdered sugar for thicker frosting if needed, add a tablespoon at a time.

Dust cupcakes with powdered cocoa to garnish.

*Alternatively, you can use 1 teaspoon instant coffee mixed with 1 teaspoon hot water to allow the coffee to “melt” so it mixes in smoothly.

 Here is my quick video on how to frost these cupcakes

 Easy Mocha Cupcakes @createdbydiane

 

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59 Comments Filed Under: chocolate, Cupcakes, Frosting/Icing, Sponsored, Sweet Tagged With: chocolate, coffee, cupcake, Frosting, Mocha

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Comments

  1. Cookbook Queen says

    January 18, 2012 at 6:34 am

    That frosting looks FABULOUS, Diane!! Way better than normal coffee 🙂

    Reply
    • Diane says

      January 18, 2012 at 9:20 am

      Oh yes way better than just regular coffee 🙂

  2. aarthi says

    January 18, 2012 at 8:28 am

    What a awesome recipe…Delicious dear..

    Aarthi
    https://yummytummy-aarthi.blogspot.com/

    Reply
  3. Averie @ Love Veggies and Yoga says

    January 18, 2012 at 8:35 am

    Oh these look perfect. Incorporating coffee, chocolate, and cupcakes in one = winner!

    Reply
  4. Mommyof2Girlz/StephD says

    January 18, 2012 at 9:00 am

    I was just telling hubby yesterday I would find a coffee inspired cupcake to make for him..perfect timing thanks!

    Reply
    • Diane says

      January 19, 2012 at 10:27 am

      glad I could help 🙂

  5. Maria says

    January 18, 2012 at 9:22 am

    What a great dessert!

    Reply
  6. Paula says

    January 18, 2012 at 10:02 am

    Love the sound of that coffee frosting and your decorated cupcakes are so pretty.

    Reply
    • Diane says

      January 19, 2012 at 10:27 am

      I couldn’t believe it myself how wonderful it was!

  7. Heather says

    January 18, 2012 at 11:01 am

    I would love for you to link this recipe up to my Famous Linkz Party!

    Hugs,
    Heather aka Made Famous By

    Reply
  8. Sylvie @ Gourmande in the Kitchen says

    January 18, 2012 at 12:50 pm

    Oh I used to go through containers of coffee ice cream like nobody business! lol Love the pretty piping on these.

    Reply
    • Diane says

      January 19, 2012 at 10:28 am

      I really need to go get some coffee ice cream now 🙂

  9. Raina says

    January 18, 2012 at 2:51 pm

    Coffee ice cream is a big favorite at our house. I can see why the kids wanted to babysit at your house, ice cream makes everyone happy. Cupcakes like these too! They sound wonderful and look so pretty:)

    Reply
    • Diane says

      January 19, 2012 at 10:28 am

      Thanks Raina, Ice cream sure does make everyone happy:)

  10. Cassie says

    January 18, 2012 at 4:05 pm

    This is seriously my dream cupcake. I love coffee flavored desserts!

    Reply
    • Diane says

      January 19, 2012 at 10:29 am

      yea I’ll be making these again and again for sure, they are easy and yummy!

  11. alison @ Ingredients, Inc. says

    January 18, 2012 at 5:01 pm

    omg look amazing. Going to pin it

    Reply
    • Diane says

      January 19, 2012 at 10:29 am

      Thanks Alison!

  12. Stacey says

    January 18, 2012 at 5:56 pm

    These look AMAZING! Maybe a dumb question, but in the frosting it calls for coffee. Is it 2 Tbsp of coffee grounds or 2 Tbsp of already made (liquid) coffee? Thanks! Can’t wait to try these.

    Reply
  13. betty says

    January 18, 2012 at 8:41 pm

    I’m intrigued by the coffee frosting, I’m not a fan of coffee in desserts I only like tiramisu but this might change when I try this cupcakes

    Reply
    • Diane says

      January 19, 2012 at 10:30 am

      You’ll have to give it a try and tell me what you think 🙂 as I mentioned I’m not a coffee drinker and I love it.

  14. Laura says

    January 18, 2012 at 10:41 pm

    These look divine! I love your frosting.

    Reply
    • Diane says

      January 19, 2012 at 10:30 am

      Thank you so much!

  15. Amy @ The Mom Hood says

    January 19, 2012 at 3:17 am

    A good way to keep babysitters, huh? I don’t think I’d want to leave the house if I had those yummy cupcakes!

    Reply
    • Diane says

      January 19, 2012 at 10:31 am

      it’s like the secret no one new about 🙂 until now.

  16. Jessica says

    January 19, 2012 at 3:39 am

    These are seriously dreamy!

    Reply
    • Diane says

      January 19, 2012 at 10:31 am

      Thank you Jessica!

  17. haniela says

    January 19, 2012 at 3:59 am

    Omg, these look absolutely amazing, I love your piped icing, Happy Baking.

    Reply
    • Diane says

      January 19, 2012 at 10:31 am

      Thanks Hani 🙂

  18. naomi says

    January 19, 2012 at 8:18 am

    You had me at mocha then you threw that into a cupcake??? Yes, I will take a few dozen!

    Reply
    • Diane says

      January 19, 2012 at 10:31 am

      LOL, you are so sweet!

  19. Mimi Avocado says

    January 19, 2012 at 10:25 am

    Oh Pleeeeeease! I NEED one of those cupcakes right now.

    Reply
    • Diane says

      January 19, 2012 at 10:32 am

      sorry I ate them all 🙂

  20. averagebetty says

    January 19, 2012 at 3:20 pm

    You are a master froster. I’m bring a pastry bag to Camp so you can teach me your skills. These cupcakes look divine 🙂

    Reply
    • Diane says

      January 19, 2012 at 9:01 pm

      deal 🙂

    • averagebetty says

      January 19, 2012 at 9:33 pm

      I can only hope I’m not leaving typos like my last comment all over the internets 🙂 Haha!

    • Diane says

      January 19, 2012 at 9:37 pm

      didn’t even notice 🙂 LOL totally knew what you meant!

  21. Brandie (@ Home Cooking Memories) says

    January 19, 2012 at 10:39 pm

    They look adorable & yummy! Cute liners too.

    Reply
  22. Marina {YummyMummyKitchen.com} says

    January 20, 2012 at 9:23 am

    Oh my gosh these are amazing. YUM! I just posted a cupcake recipe too. Pinning this for sure 🙂

    Reply
  23. Steve @ the black peppercorn says

    January 20, 2012 at 11:23 am

    Wow – they look delicious. Wonderful pictures!! I would love one, or two, or three!

    Reply
  24. Christina @ Sweet Pea's Kitchen says

    January 20, 2012 at 2:32 pm

    Oh my goodness! These cupcakes are just too much!! I LOVE the coffee frosting. 🙂

    Reply
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  26. Courtney says

    January 22, 2012 at 6:47 pm

    I absolutely love mocha.. mm this would go great with hot coffee!

    Reply
  27. pearse says

    January 29, 2012 at 7:08 pm

    what tip did u use for the swirl? lovely
    thanks

    Reply
    • Diane says

      January 29, 2012 at 7:44 pm

      I used a 2D tip on these cupcakes.

  28. Debbie says

    January 31, 2012 at 6:58 pm

    I have never heard of that cake mix. Can any chocolate cake mix be used? I am not a coffee drinker, but am seriously addicted to coffee ice cream! I can’t wait to make these cupcakes.

    Reply
    • Diane says

      January 31, 2012 at 9:24 pm

      Yes Debbie you can use any cake mix. I only made 12 so if you make 24 adjust the coffee accordingly.
      Happy Baking!

  29. Kelsey Jones says

    March 9, 2012 at 10:18 am

    How many cupcakes does this make? Just 12?

    Reply
    • Diane says

      March 9, 2012 at 11:04 am

      yes this made 12, per the package directions. If you use another type of cake mix that makes 24 just adjust the proportions of coffee accordingly.

  30. Jessica says

    June 29, 2012 at 2:45 pm

    Which cream are you talking about? (looks so yummy!!!!) thanks for the recipe

    Reply
    • Diane says

      June 29, 2012 at 2:50 pm

      sorry about that heavy cream 🙂

    • Jessica says

      July 16, 2012 at 9:03 am

      Thanks for your reply!!

  31. Rosie @ Blueberry Kitchen says

    March 10, 2013 at 11:45 am

    Your cupcakes look so so gorgeous! I love mocha cupcakes 🙂

    Reply
    • Diane says

      March 11, 2013 at 9:13 am

      Thanks Rosie 🙂

  32. Michelle | Creative Food says

    March 11, 2013 at 7:37 am

    These look delicious!! 🙂

    Reply
    • Diane says

      March 11, 2013 at 9:12 am

      Thanks Michelle

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