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Milky Way Brownie Cupcakes

Heavenly Brownie Cupcakes are a rich and chocolatey treat combining the best of brownies and cupcakes, with surprise pockets of melted Milky Way bars for an extra delightful experience.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 33 minutes
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Batter Ingredients
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar, lightly packed
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled Cool for 5 to 7 minutes before mixing.
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature Ensure eggs are at room temperature.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon fine salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
  • 3 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped
  • 1 cup Milky Way bars, chopped into small cubes
Optional Toppings
  • flaky sea salt For sprinkling on top.
  • mini chocolate chips For additional decoration.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners.
  2. Whisk granulated sugar, brown sugar, and melted butter in a bowl until glossy. Add room temperature eggs and vanilla extract. Whisk just until smooth.
  3. Sift in all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, fine salt, and baking powder. Stir gently until most streaks are gone, being careful not to overmix.
  4. Fold in chopped semisweet chocolate and half of the Milky Way cubes.
  5. Divide the batter among the lined muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full. Press remaining Milky Way cubes on top.
Baking
  1. Bake in preheated oven for 15 to 18 minutes. A toothpick should have a few moist crumbs. If it is wet, give it another minute.
  2. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack. Sprinkle with flaky salt if desired.

Notes

For best results, use room temperature eggs and avoid overmixing. If using cream cheese frosting, keep these refrigerated.