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Dark chocolate cupcakes with chocolate ganache and hot cocoa frosting

Dark Chocolate Cupcakes with Chocolate Ganache and Hot Cocoa Frosting

Indulge in rich and moist dark chocolate cupcakes topped with luscious chocolate ganache and fluffy hot cocoa frosting. Perfect for any celebration or cozy treat.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cupcake Ingredients
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/3 cup vegetable oil
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup dark chocolate chips
Ganache Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
Frosting Ingredients
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 3/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 1/2 cup milk

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  2. In a large bowl, mix together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together oil, buttermilk, eggs, and vanilla.
  4. Combine the wet and dry ingredients until just mixed, then fold in dark chocolate chips.
  5. Divide the batter among the cupcake liners.
Baking
  1. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool.
Ganache Preparation
  1. Heat heavy cream in a saucepan until simmering, then pour over the dark chocolate chips in a bowl. Stir until smooth.
Frosting Preparation
  1. Beat together butter, cocoa powder, and powdered sugar. Add milk until desired consistency is reached.
Assembly
  1. Once cupcakes are cool, fill each with chocolate ganache and top with hot cocoa frosting.

Notes

Store cupcakes in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days. Refrigerate for longer storage, bringing to room temperature before serving. Consider flavor variations with peppermint extract or using white chocolate chips.