The Best Espresso Cupcake Recipe

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“These cupcakes are infused with brewed coffee and instant espresso powder. They are really easy to make from scratch, and are topped with a super fluffy espresso buttercream.”

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Why you'll love it!

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Ingredients for Espresso Cupcakes

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How to make the cupcakes: Combine dry ingredients. Then add wet ingredients.

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In a measuring cup add the brewed coffee and the instant espresso granules. Mix to combine the two. Then add to batter and mix until smooth.

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Line a 12 cup muffin pan with liners and fill 2/3 of the way full & Bake!

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Top with Espresso buttercream frosting

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The Best Espresso Cupcakes

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