METHOD :
Preheat & Prepare:
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.Mix Dry Ingredients:
In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.Add Wet Ingredients:
Add eggs, buttermilk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
Gradually add hot water and mix until the batter is thin but well combined.Bake:
Fill each cupcake liner about ⅔ full with batter. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.Cool:
Let the cupcakes cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.Make the Frosting:
In a large bowl, beat softened butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar, cocoa powder, milk, and vanilla extract. Beat until smooth and fluffy.Frost & Decorate:
Pipe or spread the frosting onto the cooled cupcakes. Top with sprinkles, chocolate shavings, or a dusting of cocoa powder.
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