Cocoa Cupcakes

These are light and fluffy and the cocoa powder adds the special touch.

• Ready In: 45 mins
• Serves: 24

Ingredients

• 1  cup sugar
• 1⁄2 cup  cocoa
• 1 1⁄2 cups flour
• 3⁄4 teaspoon baking soda
• 1⁄2 cup shortening
• 1⁄2 cup milk
• 1  teaspoon vanilla
• 1  egg
• 1⁄2 cup boiling water

Directions

1. Combine all dry ingredients.
2. Add shortening, egg, milk, and vanilla.
3. Add boiling water and beat for 3 minutes.
4. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes at 350 degrees.