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Chocolate Covered Strawberry Buttercream Cupcakes

Chocolate Covered Strawberry Buttercream Cupcakes are delightful treats that combine rich chocolate flavors with fresh strawberries, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Dessert, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 12 cupcakes
Calories 350 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Cupcakes

  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour Structure
  • 1 cup granulated sugar Sweetness
  • 0.5 cups unsweetened cocoa powder Rich chocolate flavor
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda Leavening
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt Enhances flavor
  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter, softened Moisture
  • 1 cup buttermilk Adds tang and moisture
  • 2 large eggs Binding
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Aroma
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries, pureed Fruitiness and moisture
  • 1 cup chocolate chips Rich chocolate flavor

For the Buttercream

  • 1 cup butter, softened For buttercream; moisture
  • 4 cups powdered sugar For buttercream; sweetness and structure
  • 0.25 cups strawberry puree For buttercream; flavor

For the Ganache

  • 1 cup heavy cream For ganache; richness
  • 8 oz semi-sweet chocolate For ganache; depth of flavor

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a cupcake tin with liners.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
  • In another bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter and buttermilk until smooth, then add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each. Add vanilla extract and strawberry puree.
  • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing on low speed until just combined. Fold in chocolate chips.
  • Divide the batter into the cupcake liners, filling each about two-thirds full.
  • Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Frosting and Ganache

  • Prepare the buttercream by beating softened butter until creamy, then gradually add powdered sugar and strawberry puree until fluffy.
  • Frost the cooled cupcakes using a piping bag or knife.
  • Heat heavy cream until simmering, then add semi-sweet chocolate and stir until smooth to make ganache.
  • Drizzle ganache over frosted cupcakes and allow to set before serving.

Notes

Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for better mixing. Don't overmix the batter and allow cupcakes to cool completely before frosting.
Keyword Baking, Buttercream Cupcakes, Chocolate Covered Strawberry Cupcakes, Chocolate Cupcakes, Strawberry Dessert