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Mocha Cupcakes

Whether you're seeking a delightful dessert for a special gathering or simply craving a decadent indulgence, these rich mocha cupcakes are sure to satisfy.

You'll Need

You'll Need

For the cupcakes:
210g all-purpose flour   |   200g granulated sugar   |   50g unsweetened cocoa powder   |   7.5g baking powder   |   2.5g baking soda   |   2.5g salt   |   2 large eggs   |   240ml whole milk   |   120ml vegetable oil   |   1-2 CafePod coffee pods to make a strong coffee of your choice   |   10g CafePod coffee grounds

For the frosting:
200g unsalted butter, softened   |   400g powdered sugar   |   1 espresso of CafePod coffee blend of your choice   |   1 teaspoon vanilla extract   |   A pinch of salt (optional)

For the cupcakes:
210g all-purpose flour   |   200g granulated sugar   |   50g unsweetened cocoa powder   |   7.5g baking powder   |   2.5g baking soda   |   2.5g salt   |   2 large eggs   |   240ml whole milk   |   120ml vegetable oil   |   1-2 CafePod coffee pods to make a strong coffee of your choice   |   10g CafePod coffee grounds

For the frosting:
200g unsalted butter, softened   |   400g powdered sugar   |   1 espresso of CafePod coffee blend of your choice   |   1 teaspoon vanilla extract   |   A pinch of salt (optional)

8 Steps to a Delicious Treat

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1. Preheat
Preheat oven to 175°C & line muffin tin with liners.
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2. Cupcake Batter
Sift together flour, cocoa, baking powder, baking soda, coffee grounds & salt. Whisk eggs, milk & oil.
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3. Mix the Batter
Mix the wet & dry ingredients until just combined.
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4. Brew the Coffee
Make a strong cup of coffee & an espresso using the blends of your choice & let it cool.
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5. Batter & Coffee In
Fill cupcake liners two-thirds full & add 2tsp cooled brewed coffee to batter & mix.
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6. Bake
Bake at 175°C for 18-20 minutes & cool cupcakes in tin for 5 mins, transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
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7. Frosting Mix
Beat softened butter until smooth & gradually add powdered sugar, beating until fluffy. Mix in the cooled espresso, vanilla extract & pinch of salt. Beat frosting until smooth.
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8. Frost, Garnish & Serve
Frost cooled cupcakes with coffee buttercream. Optionally garnish with chocolate shavings or cocoa powder & serve.

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Ground Coffee Strong Pack

Ground Coffee Strong Pack

£26.50

A selection of our award-winning strong ground coffee blends in easy-to-use & fully recyclable refill bags.

DAILY GRIND | Intensity 8
INTENSE ROAST | Intensity 9
BRUNCH BLEND | Intensity 9
SUPERCHARGER | Intensity 12

The 4 Refills Strong Pack contains one 200g bag of each of our strong blends. The 8 Refills Strong Pack contains two 200g bags of each of our strong blends. The 12 Refills Strong Pack contains three 200g bag of each of our strong blends.

Strong Coffee Bundle

Strong Coffee Bundle

£26.99

- A selection of our 6 most popular strong blends. 
- 100% recyclable aluminium pods, compatible with Nespresso® Original machines.
-  Super convenient for everyday use.


SMOKY JOE | Intensity 12 | Espresso
SUPERCHARGER ESPRESSO | Intensity 12 | Espresso
BLACK VELVET | Intensity 11 | Lungo
BRUNCH BLEND | Intensity 9 | Lungo
INTENSE ROAST | Intensity 9 | Lungo
DAILY GRIND | Intensity 8 | Lungo

60 Pod Strong Bundle contains 1 x 10 pack of each of our 6 strong blends.

120 Pod Strong Bundle contains 2 x 10 packs of each of our 6 strong blends.

180 Pods Strong Bundle contains 3 x 10 packs of each of our 6 strong blends.

240 Pod Strong Bundle contains 4 x 10 packs of each of our 6 strong blends.

300 Pod Strong Bundle contains 5 x 10 packs of each of our 6 strong blends.

Whole Bean Strong Pack

Whole Bean Strong Pack

£26.50

A selection of our award-winning strong whole bean coffee blends in easy-to-use & fully recyclable refill bags.

DAILY GRIND | Intensity 8
INTENSE ROAST | Intensity 9
BRUNCH BLEND | Intensity 9
SUPERCHARGER | Intensity 12

The 4 Refills Strong Pack contains one 200g bag of each of our strong blends. The 8 Refills Strong Pack contains two 200g bags of each of our strong blends. The 12 Refills Strong Pack contains three 200g bag of each of our strong blends.

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