Perfect Party Cupcakes

These cupcakes are absolutely heavenly. I found the recipe at Tongue-n-Cheeky, which is one of my favorite places to go for dessert recipes.  These cupcakes are just right for a birthday party or a special occasion. 
2 sticks butter

1 ½ c. brown sugar

3 eggs

2 squares unsweetened baking chocolate

1/2 Tbsp. olive oil

1 c. milk

3/4 tsp. baking powder

½ c. cocoa powder

1 1/4 c. flour

1 tsp. pure vanilla

In a large bowl, cream butter, sugar and eggs until extremely fluffy (this step is CRUCIAL. Don’t skip it!). In a small bowl, microwave baking chocolate and olive oil just until melted (about 1 minute), stir, add to batter. Add remaining ingredients and whip until evenly incorporated but DO NOT MIX. Fill cupcake wrappers 2/3 full with batter, then bake in an oven preheated to 350 degrees for 18-20 minutes.