Description
Enjoy these decadent Red Velvet Molten Lava Cupcakes featuring a moist red velvet cake exterior with a rich, gooey dark chocolate ganache center. Perfect for special occasions or whenever you crave a luscious, chocolatey treat with a vibrant twist.
Ingredients
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Cake Batter
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup buttermilk
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons red food coloring
Chocolate Ganache
- ½ cup dark chocolate chips
- ¼ cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with cupcake liners to ensure easy removal of the cupcakes after baking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined. This ensures even distribution of leavening and cocoa.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate large bowl, mix the granulated sugar and vegetable oil. Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the buttermilk and vanilla extract, stirring until the mixture is smooth and homogenous.
- Form the Batter: Gradually fold the dry ingredient mixture into the wet ingredients until just combined. Carefully incorporate the red food coloring, mixing until the batter has a vibrant red color without overmixing.
- Prepare the Ganache: Heat the heavy cream gently until just about to simmer, then pour it over the dark chocolate chips in a heatproof bowl. Let it sit for a minute before stirring until the chocolate is fully melted and the ganache is smooth and glossy.
- Assemble the Cupcakes: Fill each cupcake liner halfway with the red velvet batter. Add a spoonful of the warm chocolate ganache into the center of each cupcake, then cover it with more batter to fill each cup about 2/3 full.
- Bake: Place the cupcake pan in the oven and bake for 15–18 minutes. The cupcakes are done when the edges are set and a toothpick inserted near the center comes out with a few moist crumbs; the centers should still jiggle slightly to maintain the molten effect.
- Cool: Remove the cupcakes from the oven and allow them to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before serving to let the ganache set but remain gooey inside.
Notes
- Use high-quality cocoa powder for the best red velvet flavor.
- Be careful not to overbake to preserve the molten center.
- Room temperature eggs and buttermilk help in achieving a smooth batter.
- You can substitute buttermilk with a mixture of milk and lemon juice if needed.
- For a dairy-free option, use coconut cream instead of heavy cream for the ganache.
- Store cupcakes in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days, or refrigerate for up to 4 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: Red Velvet Cupcakes, Molten Lava Cupcakes, Chocolate Ganache, Dessert, Baked Treats, Party Desserts
