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Chocolate Raspberry Cupcakes Recipe

  • Author: Lorenzo Devereaux
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 12 cupcakes

Description

Moist, rich, and topped with a tangy-sweet raspberry swirl—Chocolate Raspberry Cupcakes are the ultimate treat for chocolate lovers with a fruity twist. Whether you’re hunting for an easy recipe to sweeten your next celebration or need fresh breakfast ideas with flair, this dessert will absolutely hit the spot. With their bold chocolate flavor and vibrant pink frosting, they double as both a feast for the eyes and the taste buds. Perfect for romantic dinners, party desserts, or just a midweek pick-me-up, these cupcakes bring together the best of both chocolate and berry worlds. Think of them as a fusion of your favorite easy dinner dessert and a healthy snack alternative when you’re craving something indulgent but elegant.

Ingredients

For the chocolate cupcakes:

1 cup all-purpose flour

1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder

1 tsp baking soda

1/4 tsp salt

1/2 cup buttermilk, room temperature

1/2 cup vegetable oil

1 cup granulated sugar

2 large eggs

1 tsp vanilla extract

1/2 cup hot water (or hot coffee for deeper flavor)

For the raspberry frosting:

1 cup unsalted butter, softened

3 cups powdered sugar

1/3 cup freeze-dried raspberries, ground into powder

1–2 tbsp heavy cream or milk

1 tsp vanilla extract

Fresh raspberries (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  2. In a bowl, sift flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, whisk buttermilk, oil, sugar, eggs, and vanilla until smooth.
  4. Gradually mix in dry ingredients until combined.
  5. Add hot water or coffee and stir until the batter is smooth.
  6. Divide batter among liners, filling two-thirds full.
  7. Bake for 18–22 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Let cool 5 minutes in pan, then transfer to a rack to cool completely.
  9. For the frosting, beat butter until creamy, then slowly add powdered sugar.
  10. Mix in raspberry powder, vanilla, and 1 tbsp cream. Add more cream if needed.
  11. Pipe frosting onto cooled cupcakes and top with fresh raspberries.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dessert

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