Description
Indulge in the ultimate chocolate experience with these Chocolate Ganache Cupcakes. Soft and fluffy, each cupcake is filled with a rich chocolate ganache that melts in your mouth. Topped with a smooth ganache frosting, they are perfect for celebrations or satisfying sweet cravings. This simple recipe is easy to follow and allows for customization with your favorite toppings. Get ready to impress your friends and family with these irresistible delights!
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 2 large eggs
- ¾ cup buttermilk
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup heavy cream (for ganache)
- 8 oz dark chocolate chips (for ganache)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, and salt until combined.
- In another bowl, mix eggs and buttermilk until smooth; gradually stir in vegetable oil.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients; mix gently until just combined.
- Fill each cupcake liner two-thirds full with batter. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- For the ganache, heat heavy cream until simmering; pour over dark chocolate chips in a bowl. Let sit for five minutes before stirring until smooth.
Notes
Always use room temperature ingredients for better incorporation.
Experiment with toppings like sprinkles or edible glitter for added flair.
These cupcakes can be made gluten-free by using a certified gluten-free flour blend.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (70g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg