Chocolate Cupcakes

9 ingredients
6 steps

Ingredients

  • 1/2 c. cocoa
  • 1 c. hot water
  • 1 2/3 c. flour
  • 1 1/2 c. sugar
  • 1/2 tsp. baking powder
  • 1 tsp. baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp. salt
  • 1/2 c. shortening
  • 2 eggs

Directions

  1. 1
    Mix together cocoa and water until smooth, let cool.
  2. 2
    In a large bowl, sift together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda and salt.
  3. 3
    Add shortening and cooled cocoa mixture.
  4. 4
    Beat with a wooden spoon for 2 minutes.
  5. 5
    Add 2 eggs, unbeaten, beat for 2 more minutes.
  6. 6
    Fill paper muffin liners 1/2 full and bake for 20 minutes at 400 degrees.

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