Decadent Chocolate Beet Velvet Cupcakes
Elevate your dessert game this fall with these incredibly moist and rich Chocolate Beet Velvet Cupcakes. The earthy sweetness of pureed beets not only enriches the flavor but also adds a stunningly vibrant hue to your cupcakes, making them the perfect treat for any autumn gathering. If you're short on time, skip the roasting and opt for microwave beets—just be sure to wear gloves while working! These cupcakes are topped with a creamy, luscious frosting that's both delicious and visually appealing. Indulge yourself and impress your friends and family with this unique and delightful dessert!
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Servings
183
Calories
15
Ingredients
Ingredients
Dark chocolate, chopped
2 squares (Chopped)
Butter
1/2 cup (Softened (divided))
Cake flour
1 cup (Sifted)
Baking soda
3/4 teaspoon
Baking powder
1/4 teaspoon
Salt
1/4 teaspoon
Sugar
3/4 cup
Egg
1 (Room temperature)
Vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon
Sliced beets
14 ounces (Pureed)
Cream cheese
1/2 cup (Room temperature)
Unsalted butter
2 tablespoons (Softened)
Vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon
Beet juice
1 teaspoon
Icing sugar
2 cups (Sifted)
Instructions
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1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with cupcake liners.
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2. In a microwavable bowl, combine the chopped dark chocolate and 2 tablespoons of butter. Microwave on low power, stirring every 30 seconds, until fully melted and smooth. Allow to cool slightly.
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3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the cake flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
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4. In a mixing bowl, cream together the remaining butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Incorporate the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until fully combined.
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5. Add the beet puree to the mixture, followed by the melted chocolate. Mix well until fully combined.
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6. Gradually fold in the dry flour mixture using a sturdy spatula; be careful not to overmix.
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7. Using a lever ice cream scoop, divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups.
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8. Bake in the preheated oven for about 25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean. Cool the cupcakes in the tin for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
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9. While the cupcakes cool, prepare the frosting. Beat together the cream cheese and softened butter in an electric mixer until smooth.
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10. Gradually add the beet juice, icing sugar, and vanilla extract, beating until the frosting is velvety and well combined.
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11. Once the cupcakes are completely cool, frost them using a spatula or pastry bag, and decorate as desired.
Nutrition Information
8.3g
Fat
26.7g
Carbs
2g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Decadent Chocolate Beet Velvet Cupcakes?
They are an incredibly moist and rich dessert that uses pureed beets to add earthy sweetness and a vibrant hue.
How many cupcakes does this recipe make?
The recipe is designed for a standard 12-cup muffin tin, producing 12 cupcakes.
What temperature should I set my oven to?
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
How do I melt the chocolate for the batter?
Combine chopped dark chocolate and 2 tablespoons of butter in a microwavable bowl and heat on low power, stirring every 30 seconds.
Can I use microwave beets instead of roasting them?
Yes, you can opt for microwave beets to save time, but ensure you wear gloves while working with them.
What kind of flour is recommended for this recipe?
The recipe calls for 1 cup of sifted cake flour.
How do I know when the cupcakes are finished baking?
They are done when a toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean, usually after about 25 minutes.
What ingredients are needed for the frosting?
The frosting consists of cream cheese, softened unsalted butter, beet juice, sifted icing sugar, and vanilla extract.
How should I combine the flour into the wet ingredients?
Gradually fold in the dry flour mixture using a sturdy spatula, being careful not to overmix.
What is the calorie count per cupcake?
Each cupcake contains approximately 183 calories.
How much fat is in one cupcake?
There are 8.3 grams of fat per serving.
What is the carbohydrate content per serving?
Each cupcake has 26.7 grams of carbohydrates.
How much protein is in these cupcakes?
There are 2 grams of protein per cupcake.
What tool is best for dividing the batter?
A lever ice cream scoop is recommended to divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups.
Should the egg be cold or at room temperature?
The recipe specifies using one egg at room temperature.
How much beet puree is required?
You will need 14 ounces of pureed sliced beets.
What type of chocolate is used in the recipe?
The recipe uses 2 squares of chopped dark chocolate.
How should I prepare the cupcakes for frosting?
Cool them in the tin for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before applying frosting.
How do I make the frosting smooth?
Beat the cream cheese and softened butter in an electric mixer until smooth before adding other ingredients.
What is the purpose of adding beet juice to the frosting?
Beet juice helps make the frosting velvety and adds to the visual appeal.
How much icing sugar is needed?
The recipe requires 2 cups of sifted icing sugar.
Is there salt in the recipe?
Yes, the batter includes 1/4 teaspoon of salt.
How much leavening agent is used?
The recipe uses 3/4 teaspoon of baking soda and 1/4 teaspoon of baking powder.
What is the prep for the cream cheese?
The cream cheese should be at room temperature for the best frosting consistency.
Can I use a pastry bag for the frosting?
Yes, you can use either a spatula or a pastry bag to frost the cupcakes once they are cool.
How much sugar goes into the cupcake batter?
The batter requires 3/4 cup of sugar.
What tags are associated with this recipe?
Tags include cupcakes, dessert, chocolate, beets, fall recipe, vegetable dessert, and baking.
How much vanilla extract is used in total?
A total of 1 teaspoon is used: 1/2 teaspoon in the batter and 1/2 teaspoon in the frosting.
What color are the cupcakes?
They have a vibrant, stunning hue due to the addition of pureed beets.
Why is this considered a 'velvet' cupcake?
The combination of cake flour, pureed beets, and melted chocolate creates a rich, smooth, and moist texture similar to traditional velvet cakes.