Devil’s Food Cupcakes with Vanilla Buttercream Glaze

MAKE THE CUPCAKES:

1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Line a 12-cup muffin pan with paper liners.
2. In a large bowl, melt 8 tablespoons of butter in the microwave for 45 seconds. Once it’s melted, stir in the sugar and flour. Then add the yogurt and 3/4 cups of milk until the mixture is smooth and pudding-like.
3. Add the cocoa powder, 1/4 teaspoon vanilla, and baking soda. Stir again. Spoon the batter into the pan (I like to use an ice cream scoop) and bake for 22-25 minutes. They should have beautifully rounded tops.

WHILE THE CUPCAKES BAKE, MAKE THE FROSTING:

1. In a medium bowl, melt 6 tablespoons of butter in the microwave for 30 seconds. Stir to melt completely. Mix in the powdered sugar, the remaining 1/4 cup milk, and remaining 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract. You may need to add a bit more powdered sugar. The final product should look like royal icing; thinner than regular cake frosting.
2. Frost the cupcakes when they are slightly warm. You will have some extra frosting left, so don’t be afraid to pile it on the cupcakes!
3. Enjoy!