Description
Deliciously rich dark chocolate cupcakes topped with a luscious blackberry frosting, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup fresh blackberries
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with liners.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix the melted butter, eggs, vanilla extract, and buttermilk until well combined.
- Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Gently fold in the blackberries.
- Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let the cupcakes cool completely before frosting.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use high-quality dark chocolate cocoa powder.
- Store cupcakes in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- These cupcakes can be frozen for up to 2 months; thaw before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Dark Chocolate, Blackberry, Cupcakes, Dessert, Baking