Guinness Chocolate Cupcakes

Ingredients:

Cupcakes:

1 cup Guinness stout

1 cup unsalted butter

3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder

2 cups all-purpose flour

2 cups granulated sugar

1 1/2 tsp baking soda

1/2 tsp salt

2 large eggs

2/3 cup sour cream

Frosting:

8 oz cream cheese, softened

1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened

4 cups powdered sugar

2-3 tbsp heavy cream

1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions:

Preheat the Oven:

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with paper liners.

Make the Cupcake Batter:

In a medium saucepan, bring the Guinness and butter to a simmer over medium heat. Once the butter is melted, add the cocoa powder and whisk until smooth. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

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