Double Chocolate Chunk Cupcakes

Directions

1. 1
   Heat oven to 375F Grease 18 muffin cups.
2. 2
   Lightly spoon flour into measuring cup; level off.
3. 3
   In large bowl, combine flour, brown sugar, cocoa, baking soda and salt; blend well.
4. 4
   Add buttermilk, margarine, almond extract and egg; blend just until dry ingredients are moistened.
5. 5
   Fold in vanilla and milk chocolate chips and almonds.
6. 6
   Fill greased muffin cups 3/4 full.
7. 7
   Bake at 375F for 15 to 20 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.
8. 8
   Cool 3 minutes; remove from pan.
9. 9
   Serve warm or cool.
10. 10
    * To substitute for buttermilk, use 1 tablespoon vinegar or lemon juice plus milk to make 1 cup.
11. 11
    HIGH ALTITUDE -- Above 3500 Feet: No change.