Reader Recipe: Black Metal Cüpcakes - Eat Drink Better

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup packed dark brown sugar
• 1/2 cup cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup vegan stout beer*
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 1/2 cup canola oil
• 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup vegan margarine
• 2 cups powdered sugar
• 1/3 cup cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
• 1-2 tablespoons soy milk
• 3-4 teaspoons Jack Daniels whiskey (yes, it is vegan)
• 1/4 cup soy milk
• 4 ounces vegan semisweet chocolate chips
• 2 tablespoons maple syrup
• 1/2 cup finely chopped vegan dark chocolate pieces (for sprinkling)