Description
Indulge in the decadent delight of Chocolate Cherry Cupcakes, where rich chocolate meets juicy cherries for an unforgettable dessert experience. Perfect for birthdays, holidays, or any sweet craving, these cupcakes feature a moist chocolate base filled with a luscious cherry surprise and crowned with silky vanilla buttercream. Whether you’re a novice baker or a pro, this easy-to-follow recipe will guide you to create stunning treats that are sure to impress your family and friends. With customizable toppings and a beautiful presentation, these cupcakes not only taste divine but also look exquisite on any dessert table.
Ingredients
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- 1 1/3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 tsp baking soda
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 3/4 cup cocoa powder
- 1/8 tsp salt
- 3 tbsp butter (softened)
- 1 1/2 cups white sugar
- 2 eggs
- 3/4 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup milk
- 1/3 cup sour cream
- 1 lb confectioner’s sugar
- 1 cup salted butter (Room temp 226g)
- 2 tsp vanilla
- 3 tsp cream
- 2 cups cherries (halved and pitted)
- 1/3 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake papers.
- Mix milk, vanilla extract, and sour cream in a small bowl.
- Sift flour, baking soda, baking powder, cocoa powder, and salt into a medium bowl.
- Beat softened butter until smooth; gradually add sugar and mix until fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time; then alternate adding milk mixture and dry ingredients.
- Fill cupcake papers with batter and bake for about 20 minutes or until toothpick comes out clean.
- Prepare cherry filling by simmering halved cherries with powdered sugar, water, and lemon juice.
- Beat butter for the frosting; gradually add confectioners' sugar and cream to reach desired consistency.
- Core cooled cupcakes and fill centers with cherry mixture before frosting generously.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 315
- Sugar: 31g
- Sodium: 225mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg