Description
Decadent chocolate cupcakes topped with cherry compote and whipped cream, inspired by the classic Black Forest cake.
Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup cherry pie filling
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- Dark chocolate shavings for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Add buttermilk, oil, eggs, and vanilla extract; mix until smooth.
- Fill each cupcake liner about 2/3 full with batter.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Let cool completely.
- Once cooled, top each cupcake with cherry pie filling.
- Whip heavy cream with powdered sugar until stiff peaks form, then pipe onto cupcakes.
- Garnish with dark chocolate shavings and serve.
Notes
Ensure cherries are pitted and use high-quality cocoa for best flavor. Store in refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Dessert
- Cuisine: German-inspired
Nutrition
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18g
- Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Protein: 4g