Mix in order and set aside:

8 oz. softened cream cheese
1/4 c. sugar
1 egg
6 oz. chocolate chips

Combine:

1 1/2 c. flour
1 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. salt
3/4 c. sugar
1/4 c. cocoa
1 tsp. vanilla

Add and mix thoroughly:

1/3 c. oil
1 tbsp. vinegar
1 c. water

Fill paper cups 1/2 full. Drop a big teaspoon of filling in center. Bake at 350 degrees for 25 to 30 minutes. DO NOT FROST. Makes 16 per recipe. Cupcakes freeze well; put wax paper between layers of cupcakes.