Decadent and Savory Dark Chocolate Bacon Cupcakes

If you're a fan of the sweet and salty flavor combination, these dark chocolate bacon cupcakes are a must-try. Moist and rich dark chocolate cupcakes topped with a creamy bacon-infused frosting will satisfy your cravings in every bite. These unique cupcakes are perfect for special occasions or as a delicious treat any time of the year.

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 3/4 cup dark cocoa powder
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 8 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 3 cups powdered sugar
• 1/4 cup milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with paper liners.
2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the butter mixture, alternating with buttermilk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients, stirring just until combined.
6. Spoon the batter into the prepared cupcake liners, filling each about 2/3 full.
7. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. Remove from the oven and let the cupcakes cool in the pan for 5 minutes. Transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
9. Meanwhile, prepare the bacon-infused frosting. In a mixing bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy.
10. Gradually add the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract, beating until smooth and fluffy.
11. Fold in the crumbled bacon until well incorporated.
12. Once the cupcakes have cooled, pipe or spread the bacon frosting onto each cupcake, creating desired designs.
13. Serve and enjoy these delightful dark chocolate bacon cupcakes!

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