Imagine biting into a luscious cupcake where rich chocolate meets sweet, juicy strawberries in a perfect culinary symphony. These Chocolate Covered Strawberry Cupcakes are not just a dessert—they're an experience that transforms an ordinary moment into a gourmet celebration. Whether you're looking to impress guests, treat yourself, or create a romantic dessert, this recipe promises to elevate your baking game and leave everyone craving more.
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 40 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 12 cupcakes
Ingredients
- 1 box vanilla cake mix
- 1 cup strawberries, pureed
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- Fresh strawberries for topping
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the vanilla cake mix, pureed strawberries, vegetable oil, and eggs. Mix with an electric mixer on medium speed for 2-3 minutes until smooth and well combined.
- Fold in 1/2 cup of chocolate chips into the batter, ensuring even distribution.
- Carefully divide the batter evenly among the prepared cupcake liners, filling each about 2/3 full.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Remove cupcakes from the oven and let cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- For the chocolate ganache, heat the heavy cream in a small saucepan until it just begins to simmer. Remove from heat and pour over the remaining chocolate chips in a separate bowl.
- Let the mixture sit for 2-3 minutes, then whisk until smooth and glossy.
- Once cupcakes are completely cool, dip the tops into the chocolate ganache, allowing excess to drip off.
- Garnish each cupcake with a fresh strawberry on top and let the chocolate set for 10-15 minutes before serving.
- Store cupcakes in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Bring to room temperature before serving for best flavor and texture.
Tips
- Use room temperature ingredients to ensure a smoother batter and more consistent baking.
- Don't overmix the cake batter—mix just until ingredients are combined to keep cupcakes tender.
- For the most intense strawberry flavor, use fresh, ripe strawberries when pureeing.
- Allow cupcakes to cool completely before adding ganache to prevent melting.
- For a professional finish, use a piping bag to apply ganache for more uniform coverage.
- Choose high-quality chocolate chips for the richest ganache flavor.
- If ganache becomes too thick, gently reheat and whisk to restore smooth consistency.
- Garnish with fresh strawberries just before serving to maintain their vibrant color and freshness.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 320kcal
Carbohydrates: 42g
Protein: 4g
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Cholesterol: 55mg
