Step 1

Line muffin tin with paper liners. Heat oven to 350*F.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, stir together sugar, flour, cocoa, baking powder, baking soda and salt.

Step 3

Add eggs, milk, oil and vanilla. Beat on medium speed for one minute.

Step 4

Stir in boiling water (the batter will be thin, don’t worry, this is right).

Step 5

Fill liners 2/3 full with batter. (I usually put the batter into a large measuring cup with a pour spout, and then pour the batter into the liners.)

Step 6

Bake cupcakes for approximately 18-22 minutes.

Step 7

Cool completely on wire rack before frosting.