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Chocolate Raspberry Cupcakes

Irresistible Chocolate Raspberry Cupcakes You'll Adore

Delicious Chocolate Raspberry Cupcakes that combine chocolate and raspberry flavors for a perfect sweet treat.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Cupcakes
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Spoon and level for accurate measurement.
  • 1/3 cup Dutch Process Cocoa Powder Adds deep chocolate flavor.
  • 1 tsp Baking Powder Ensure freshness.
  • 1/2 tsp Baking Soda
  • 1/4 tsp Salt Enhances flavor.
  • 1 tsp Espresso Powder Optional.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Can substitute with vegan butter.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 1 whole Egg Room temperature for better results.
  • 1 large Egg Yolk
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Use pure for best results.
  • 1/2 cup Whole Milk Can substitute with non-dairy milk.
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream Greek yogurt can be used as a substitute.
For the Ganache
  • 8 oz Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chocolate chips can be an alternative.
  • 1/2 cup Heavy Cream Coconut cream can substitute for dairy-free option.
  • 1/4 cup Raspberry Preserves Feel free to swap with another fruit preserve.
For the Frosting
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter For frosting.
  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar
  • 1/2 cup Freeze-Dried Raspberries Adds flavor and color.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • Cupcake pan
  • Spatula
  • small saucepan

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with paper liners.
  2. Sift together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and espresso powder in a bowl.
  3. Beat butter and sugar together with an electric mixer until light and fluffy, about 1-2 minutes.
  4. Mix in egg, egg yolk, and vanilla until pale and well combined, about 1 minute.
  5. Stir in milk and sour cream until smooth.
  6. Fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
  7. Spoon batter into liners, filling them about ¾ full, and bake for 17-20 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Cool cupcakes in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  9. Heat heavy cream in a pan until simmering, pour over chocolate, let sit for 2 minutes, then stir in raspberry preserves.
  10. Beat softened butter for frosting until fluffy, then gradually add powdered sugar and freeze-dried raspberries.
  11. Once cooled, remove a small portion from the center of each cupcake, fill with ganache, then pipe on frosting.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupcakeCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 3gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days.

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