These creamy chocolate cupcakes are a chocolate lover's dream come true. Moist and fluffy chocolate cupcakes topped with a creamy chocolate frosting, they are perfect for any occasion or as a special treat for yourself.
Ingredients
- 1 and 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Add the vegetable oil, vanilla extract, and water to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
- Fill each cupcake liner 3/4 full with the batter.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- While the cupcakes are baking, heat the heavy cream in a small saucepan until it just starts to simmer.
- Remove from heat and stir in the chocolate chips until melted and smooth.
- Let the chocolate ganache cool to room temperature.
- Once the cupcakes have cooled, frost them with the chocolate ganache.
- Enjoy your creamy chocolate cupcakes!
Interesting Facts
These cupcakes are the perfect treat for any chocolate lover.
The creamy chocolate frosting adds an extra level of indulgence to these cupcakes.
You can customize these cupcakes with sprinkles or other toppings for added flair.