Mocha Devils Food Cupcakes

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1/2 cup brewed coffee
• 1/2 cup shortening
• 1 cup sugar
• 1 cup milk
• 1 tablespoon vanilla
• 1 3/4 cup flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 stick butter, at room temp
• 8 ounces cream cheese, room temp
• 3 cups powdered sugar, give or take