Best Chocolate Cupcakes (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

01 - 2 cups (400g) white sugar.
02 - 2 teaspoons baking soda.
03 - 1/2 cup (40g) cocoa powder, unsweetened.
04 - 3/4 cup (177ml) neutral-flavored oil.
05 - 2 cups (474ml) hot water.
06 - 1 teaspoon vanilla.
07 - 1 tablespoon instant coffee crystals (optional).
08 - 1 teaspoon salt.
09 - 3 cups (372g) all-purpose flour.
10 - 2 tablespoons (30ml) white vinegar.

# Instructions:

01 - Preheat your oven to 350°F and put about 30 liners into cupcake pans.
02 - Stir together the sugar, flour, cocoa, salt, and baking soda in a big bowl.
03 - Whisk the hot water, oil, vanilla, vinegar, and coffee granules (if using). Gently combine with dry mix.
04 - Pour batter into liners, filling them 2/3 full. Bake for 12-15 minutes. Toothpick should come out clean.
05 - Let them cool completely before spreading on your favorite frosting.

# Notes:

01 - Skip Dutch cocoa for this—it won't work well.
02 - Coffee boosts the rich chocolate taste.
03 - Freeze with or without frosting if needed.

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