Prepare to embark on a mouthwatering journey that will transform your ordinary baking routine into an extraordinary culinary adventure! These Chili Bowls Chocolate Filled Cupcakes are not just desserts - they're edible works of art that promise to tantalize your taste buds and impress even the most discerning chocolate lovers. With a rich, moist chocolate base and the option to create delightful filled centers, these cupcakes are about to become your new obsession.
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 25 mins
Total Time: 45 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 12 servings
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup water
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a large mixing bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined and free of lumps.
- Create a well in the center of the dry ingredients and add vegetable oil, water, and vanilla extract. Whisk the wet and dry ingredients together until the batter is smooth and no streaks remain.
- Gently fold in 1/2 cup of chocolate chips into the batter, reserving the remaining 1/2 cup for topping.
- Divide the batter evenly among the prepared cupcake liners, filling each about 2/3 full.
- Sprinkle the remaining chocolate chips on top of each cupcake batter.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 22-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean.
- Remove from the oven and let the cupcakes cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, use a small knife or cupcake corer to create a hollow center in each cupcake for filling.
- Optional: Fill the hollowed centers with chocolate ganache, chocolate mousse, or your preferred chocolate filling.
- Serve and enjoy your Chili Bowls Chocolate Filled Cupcakes at room temperature.
Tips
- Sifting is crucial: Always sift your dry ingredients to ensure a smooth, lump-free batter that guarantees tender cupcakes.
- Room temperature ingredients: Allow your wet ingredients to come to room temperature for better mixing and more consistent results.
- Don't overmix: Stir just until ingredients are combined to keep your cupcakes light and fluffy.
- Check for doneness: Use the toothpick test - it should come out clean or with just a few moist crumbs.
- Cooling matters: Let cupcakes cool completely before filling or frosting to prevent structural collapse.
- Get creative with fillings: Experiment with chocolate ganache, mousse, or even fruit preserves for unique flavor variations.
- Store properly: Keep cupcakes in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days to maintain freshness.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 320kcal
Carbohydrates: 45g
Protein: 4g
Fat: 16g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Cholesterol: 0mg
