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Irresistible Chocolate Fudge Cupcakes Recipe with Cream Cheese

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Rich chocolate fudge swirls paired with tangy cream cheese frosting make these cupcakes a decadent treat perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
  • 1/2 cup milk (whole milk preferred)
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips, melted
  • 2 tablespoons heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cups powdered sugar, sifted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake tin with paper liners.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the melted butter, milk, eggs, and vanilla extract until fully combined.
  4. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Prepare the fudge swirl: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the chocolate chips in 20-second intervals, stirring each time. Once melted, stir in the heavy cream and powdered sugar until smooth.
  6. Fill each cupcake liner halfway with batter. Add a teaspoon of the chocolate fudge mixture on top, then use a toothpick to swirl it gently into the batter.
  7. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cupcakes cool completely before frosting.
  8. Prepare the frosting: Using an electric mixer, beat the softened cream cheese and butter until smooth. Gradually mix in the powdered sugar and vanilla extract. Beat until fluffy and creamy.
  9. Once the cupcakes are cool, pipe or spread the cream cheese frosting on top. Decorate with sprinkles, chocolate shavings, or a drizzle of leftover fudge swirl.

Notes

[‘Always use room temperature eggs and butter for the smoothest batter and frosting.’, ‘Do not overmix the batter to avoid dense cupcakes.’, ‘Use a toothpick or skewer to create distinct chocolate swirls.’, ‘Let the cupcakes cool completely before frosting to avoid melting the frosting.’, ‘Store cupcakes in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days or freeze unfrosted cupcakes for up to 3 months.’]

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Keywords: chocolate cupcakes, cream cheese frosting, dessert, baking, chocolate fudge swirl, party treats

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