
Video Delicious Chocolate Cupcakes for Every Occasion
Discover the joys of this mouthwatering recipe for delicious cupcakes! Start with unsalted butter and granulated sugar, blending them until fluffy. Add in vanilla, an egg, and a pinch of salt for a rich base. Now, combine all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, cornstarch, and baking powder for your dry mix. Gradually mix this with milk into your creamy batter. Scoop the batter into lined cupcake molds and bake until golden. Allow them to cool, then whip cream cheese, powdered sugar, and heavy cream to create a luscious frosting. Optionally, fill the cupcakes with a delightful cherry filling before frosting. Enjoy these sweet treats that are perfect for any occasion!
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Cupcake Ingredients
55 grams (1.9 ounces) unsalted butter, at room temperature
100 grams (3.5 ounces) granulated sugar
1/3 teaspoon vanilla sugar (or pure vanilla extract)
1 large egg
1 pinch of salt
65 grams (2.3 ounces) milk, at room temperature
80 grams (2.8 ounces) all-purpose flour
13 grams (0.5 ounces) cocoa powder
7 grams (0.25 ounces) cornstarch
5 grams (0.2 ounces) baking powder
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Frosting Ingredients
200 grams (7 ounces) cream cheese, at room temperature
30 grams (1 ounce) powdered sugar (to taste)
150 grams (5.3 ounces) heavy whipping cream (33% fat)
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