Description
These Microwave Cupcakes are a quick and easy way to enjoy a rich, chocolatey treat in just 40 seconds. Made with simple pantry ingredients like cocoa powder, yogurt, and vegetable oil, these cupcakes come together effortlessly without the need for an oven. Perfect for a last-minute dessert craving or a convenient snack.
Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients
- 6 tbsp vegetable oil
- ¾ cup superfine sugar
- ½ cup yogurt (hung curd)
- 3 tbsp milk, room temperature
Dry Ingredients
- ¾ cup maida (all-purpose flour)
- 6 tbsp cocoa powder
- ½ tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp baking soda
Instructions
- Prepare Cupcake Moulds: Line your silicone cupcake moulds with cupcake liners to prevent sticking and ensure easy removal after cooking.
- Mix Oil and Sugar: In a bowl, whisk together the vegetable oil and superfine sugar vigorously until the mixture turns light and pale, which helps incorporate air for a fluffy texture.
- Add Yogurt: Add the hung curd (yogurt) to the oil and sugar mixture and mix well until combined smoothly.
- Sift Dry Ingredients: Place a large sieve over the same bowl and sift together the maida, cocoa powder, baking powder, and baking soda to eliminate lumps and evenly distribute leavening agents.
- Combine Ingredients: Gently fold the sifted dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, mixing until no flour pockets remain but avoiding overmixing to keep the batter light.
- Add Milk: Pour in the room temperature milk and mix thoroughly to create a smooth batter ready for microwaving.
- Fill Moulds: Use an ice cream scoop to evenly distribute the batter into the cupcake liners, filling them only halfway to allow room for rising.
- Microwave: Cook the cupcakes in the microwave on regular heating mode for 40 seconds. Microwaving ensures the cupcakes cook quickly while retaining moisture.
- Cool and Serve: Let the cupcakes cool down before frosting or serving to enjoy the best texture and flavor.
Notes
- Ensure the yogurt is hung curd to avoid excess moisture for better cupcake texture.
- Fill the cupcake liners only halfway to prevent overflow during microwaving.
- The microwaving time may vary depending on your microwave’s wattage; adjust slightly if needed.
- You can use regular yogurt if hung curd is not available but reduce milk slightly.
- For a vegan version, substitute yogurt and milk with plant-based alternatives.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 seconds
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Microwaving
- Cuisine: International
Keywords: microwave cupcakes, quick chocolate cupcakes, easy cupcakes, 40 second cupcake recipe, microwave dessert, chocolate mug cake, instant cupcakes
