Best Chocolate Cupcakes

Directions

1. 1
   In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cocoa, and sugar.
2. 2
   Add the butter and mix at low speed for 1 minute.
3. 3
   With the mixer running, add the oil and continue mixing until the mixture looks like sand.
4. 4
   In a separate bowl, combine vanilla, milk, and water.
5. 5
   Then add mixture all at once to the mixing bowl.
6. 6
   Mix for 1 minute, scrap the sides and bottom of the bowl, then continue to mix for another 30 seconds.
7. 7
   Add the eggs one at a time, beating well in between each addition.
8. 8
   The batter should be thin.
9. 9
   Divide evenly into 24 baking cups and bake at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for about 20 minutes, or when toothpick inserted in the middle comes out clean.