Chocolate cupcakes recipe

Chocolate Cupcakes recipe

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Indulge in the ultimate chocolate delight with this irresistible Chocolate Cupcakes recipe. These moist and fluffy cupcakes are a chocolate lover's dream come true. The rich cocoa flavor combined with the perfect balance of sweetness will leave you craving for more. Topped with a creamy and decadent chocolate frosting, these cupcakes are perfect for any occasion or simply as a sweet treat. Whether you're a baking enthusiast or a dessert connoisseur, this recipe is sure to satisfy your chocolate cravings.

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Chocolate cupcakes recipe details

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Ingredients

85 g	dark chocolate
85 g	unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
100 g	light brown soft sugar
1 medium	egg
1 medium	egg yolk
½ tsp	vanilla extract
1 tbsp	sour cream
75 g	self-raising flour
1 tbsp	cocoa powder
1 pinch(es)	salt
	For the Icing:
30 g	icing sugar
2 tbsp	cocoa powder
75 g	unsalted butter, softened
25 g	dark chocolate
	small sweets, jellies or marshmallows to decorate

Instructions

Preheat oven to Gas Mark 4, 180ºC, 350ºF. Line a 12-hole muffin pan with paper cases.

To make the cupcakes:
Place the chocolate, butter and sugar into a bowl and melt together over a pan of simmering water, stirring as required. Set aside to cool slightly.

In a fresh bowl, whisk together egg and yolk, vanilla and cream. Stir into chocolate. Sift in flour, cocoa powder and salt and fold together. Divide the mixture between the cases, filling to about 2/3 full.

Bake for about 20 minutes until risen and slightly springy to the touch. Allow to cool for a few minutes and then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

To make the icing:
While the cakes are cooling, melt the chocolate in a bowl over simmering water. set aside to cool.

In a fresh bowl, beat together the sugar, butter and cocoa powder. Add the chocolate at about 1 tbsp at a time until thick and of piping consistency.

Transfer icing to a piping bag with a fancy nozzle and pipe over the cakes from centre out. Add decoration and allow to set before serving.

Preparation time:
ca. 30 min
Resting time:
ca. 1 hr
Grade of difficulty:
easy
Calories per portion:
n/a