Description
Indulgent chocolate covered strawberry cupcakes blend rich cocoa and sweet berries into a delightful dessert masterpiece. Sweet chocolate ganache and fresh strawberry frosting crown these irresistible treats, promising pure culinary bliss for anyone craving a luxurious confection.
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients:
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup whole milk (or almond/oat milk)
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Garnish and Topping:
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Heat the oven to 350F (175C) and arrange cupcake liners in a muffin tin.
- Sift together the flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a mixing bowl.
- Whisk eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until thoroughly blended.
- Gently fold the wet ingredients into the dry mixture, stirring until just incorporated without overmixing.
- Distribute the batter evenly, filling each liner about two-thirds full, creating uniform cupcakes.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes, checking doneness by inserting a toothpick that should emerge clean and dry.
- Allow cupcakes to cool completely on a wire rack before preparing the ganache.
- Warm heavy cream in a saucepan over medium heat until it reaches a gentle simmer.
- Remove cream from heat and gradually stir in chocolate chips, creating a glossy, smooth ganache.
- Carefully dip the top of each cooled cupcake into the warm ganache, ensuring an even chocolate coating.
- Garnish each cupcake with a fresh, vibrant strawberry placed strategically on top for visual appeal and added flavor.
- Serve immediately to enjoy the perfect balance of rich chocolate and sweet strawberry.
Notes
- Choose high-quality cocoa powder for a richer, more intense chocolate flavor in your cupcakes.
- Ensure ingredients are at room temperature to help them blend more smoothly and create a consistent batter.
- Avoid overmixing the batter to prevent tough, dense cupcakes; stop stirring when ingredients are just combined.
- For a gluten-free version, swap regular flour with almond or coconut flour, adjusting liquid quantities as needed.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 303
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 37 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 47 mg