Decadent Chocolate Bliss Cupcakes
Indulge in the ultimate chocolate experience with these Decadent Chocolate Bliss Cupcakes! Inspired by the delightful offerings of Chicago's Sweet Mandy B's bakery, this recipe delivers a rich, moist cupcake crowned with a luscious chocolate frosting. Each bite is a heavenly combination of deep cocoa flavor, light texture, and sweet creamy frosting, perfect for any chocolate lover. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or simply treating yourself, these cupcakes will surely satisfy your cravings and bring joy to your taste buds!
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Servings
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Calories
19
Ingredients
Ingredients
all-purpose flour
1.5 cups (sifted)
unsweetened cocoa powder
1 cup (sifted)
baking soda
1.25 teaspoons (none)
baking powder
1.25 teaspoons (none)
salt
1 teaspoon (none)
granulated sugar
2 cups (none)
hot water
3/4 cup (none)
milk
3/4 cup (none)
large eggs
2 (lightly beaten)
vegetable oil
1/2 cup (none)
vanilla extract
1.5 teaspoons (none)
unsalted butter
1 cup (softened)
dark corn syrup
3 tablespoons (none)
additional vanilla extract
1 teaspoon (none)
pinch of salt
1 pinch (none)
unsweetened cocoa powder
2/3 cup (sifted)
confectioners' sugar
1 lb (sifted)
whipping cream
1/2 cup (none)
candy sprinkles
to taste (optional)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C) and line muffin tins with paper baking cups.
2
In a mixing bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Combine these dry ingredients with the sugar in the bowl of a heavy mixer fitted with the paddle attachment.
3
With the mixer on low speed, carefully add the hot water, milk, eggs, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract. Scrape down the sides of the bowl and then beat on medium speed for 1-2 minutes until the batter is smooth and well combined.
4
Pour the batter into the prepared muffin tins, filling each cup about halfway to allow for rising during baking.
5
Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean.
6
Once baked, remove the cupcakes from the oven and allow them to cool in the pans for about 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
7
While the cupcakes are cooling, prepare the frosting. In a clean bowl of a mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, cream the unsalted butter until smooth.
8
Gradually beat in the dark corn syrup, vanilla extract, and pinch of salt until well combined.
9
With the mixer off, carefully add the sifted cocoa powder in a couple of spoonfuls, turning the mixer on low to avoid cocoa clouds. Gradually add the sifted confectioners’ sugar in three parts, beating well after each addition.
10
Finally, add the whipping cream and beat the mixture until light and fluffy.
11
Once the cupcakes are completely cooled, generously frost each one with the chocolate frosting and, if desired, top with colorful candy sprinkles for an extra festive touch.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the name of this cupcake recipe?
The recipe is for Decadent Chocolate Bliss Cupcakes.
What inspired the Decadent Chocolate Bliss Cupcakes?
They were inspired by the delicious offerings of Chicago's Sweet Mandy B's bakery.
What temperature should the oven be set to?
The oven should be preheated to 325°F (160°C).
Which dry ingredients should be sifted together?
You should sift together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
What mixer attachment is recommended for this recipe?
A paddle attachment is recommended for the heavy mixer.
What liquid ingredients are added to the dry mixture?
The liquid ingredients include hot water, milk, eggs, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract.
How long should the batter be beaten on medium speed?
The batter should be beaten for 1 to 2 minutes until smooth.
How much should I fill each muffin tin cup?
Fill each cup about halfway to allow room for the cupcakes to rise.
How long do the cupcakes need to bake?
The cupcakes should bake for approximately 30 minutes.
How can I tell if the cupcakes are fully baked?
A toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake should come out clean.
How long should cupcakes cool in the pan?
They should cool in the pans for about 10 minutes before being moved to a wire rack.
What is the first step in making the chocolate frosting?
The first step is to cream the unsalted butter until it is smooth.
What kind of corn syrup is used in the frosting?
The recipe calls for 3 tablespoons of dark corn syrup.
How should the cocoa powder be added to the frosting mixture?
Add the sifted cocoa powder a few spoonfuls at a time with the mixer on low speed to avoid creating cocoa clouds.
How is the confectioners' sugar added to the frosting?
The sifted confectioners' sugar should be added in three separate parts, beating well after each addition.
What ingredient makes the frosting light and fluffy?
The addition of 1/2 cup of whipping cream, followed by beating, makes it light and fluffy.
Should the cupcakes be warm or cold when frosted?
The cupcakes must be completely cooled before you begin frosting them.
Can I add any decorations to the cupcakes?
Yes, you can top them with colorful candy sprinkles for a festive touch.
How much all-purpose flour is needed?
The recipe requires 1.5 cups of sifted all-purpose flour.
What kind of eggs are used in the batter?
Two large eggs, lightly beaten, are used in the cupcake batter.
How much granulated sugar is used in the recipe?
The recipe uses 2 cups of granulated sugar.
Is salt included in the frosting?
Yes, a pinch of salt is added to the frosting mixture.
What type of butter should be used for the frosting?
One cup of softened unsalted butter is required for the frosting.
Does the recipe use baking soda, baking powder, or both?
The recipe uses both; 1.25 teaspoons of each.
What type of cocoa powder is used in the batter?
The batter requires 1 cup of sifted unsweetened cocoa powder.
How much vegetable oil is needed?
The recipe calls for 1/2 cup of vegetable oil.
Is there a specific way to prepare the confectioners' sugar?
Yes, the 1 lb of confectioners' sugar should be sifted before use.
How much hot water is used?
The recipe requires 3/4 cup of hot water.
What are the suggested tags for this recipe?
Suggested tags include chocolate cupcakes, dessert, chocolate frosting, and baking.
Is the vanilla extract used in both the batter and the frosting?
Yes, 1.5 teaspoons are used in the batter and 1 teaspoon is used in the frosting.