Decadent Dark Chocolate Blackberry Cupcakes Recipe
Delight in these rich Dark Chocolate Blackberry Cupcakes, featuring moist dark cocoa infused cupcake bases topped with luscious chocolate frosting and fresh blackberries, finished with decadent chocolate shavings for an irresistible treat perfect for any chocolate lover.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 12 cupcakes 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Cupcake Batter
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup dark cocoa powder
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup boiling water
Frosting and Garnish
- 1 cup chocolate frosting
- 1 cup fresh blackberries
- 1/4 cup dark chocolate shavings
Instructions
- Prepare Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, sift together the flour, dark cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt to ensure even distribution and remove any lumps.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the sugar, eggs, vegetable oil, buttermilk, and vanilla extract until smooth and slightly thickened.
- Combine Batter: Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined. Slowly mix in the boiling water until the batter is smooth and thin in consistency.
- Fill Cupcake Liners: Line a muffin tin with cupcake liners and fill each about two-thirds full with the prepared batter to allow room for rising.
- Bake Cupcakes: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake the cupcakes for 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Remove from the oven and let cool completely on a wire rack.
- Frost Cupcakes: Once cooled, generously spread chocolate frosting over the top of each cupcake using a knife or piping bag for a neat finish.
- Garnish: Place 2-3 fresh blackberries on top of the frosting of each cupcake, then sprinkle with dark chocolate shavings for extra texture and decoration.
- Serve: Allow the cupcakes to set for 10 minutes after garnishing, then serve at room temperature and enjoy your decadent dessert.
Notes
- Ensure cupcakes are completely cooled before frosting to prevent melting.
- Use fresh blackberries for the best flavor and texture.
- Chocolate shavings can be made by scraping a bar of dark chocolate with a vegetable peeler.
- Store cupcakes in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate for up to 4 days.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute buttermilk with almond milk mixed with lemon juice and use dairy-free frosting.
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