Preheat the oven to 160°C fan / 180°C conventional and line a cupcake tray with 12 cases.
Beat the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
Beat in the eggs one at a time until fully combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk the flour and cocoa powder to combine. The fold into the mixture along with the milk to make a smooth cake mixture.
Divide evenly between the 12 cases, filling each one just over half full.
Bake for 20-22 minutes until the cupcakes have risen and the middle of the sponge springs back when lightly pressed. Leave to cool in the tin for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack and leave to cool completely.