Description

If you're craving rich, indulgent chocolate cupcakes, you’ve just found your next baking obsession! These Chocolate Fudge Cupcakes are everything you want—super moist, deeply chocolaty, and topped with a luscious chocolate ganache. Perfect for birthday parties, afternoon treats, or just because you need a chocolate fix!

Let’s bake these dreamy little treats together and take your cupcake game to the next level.

Ingredients

• For the Cupcakes:
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• ½ cup cocoa powder
• ¾ cup sugar
• ¼ cup brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• ¼ teaspoon baking soda
• 1 large egg
• 1 cup buttermilk
• ½ cup hot water
• For the Ganache Frosting:
• 1 cup chocolate chips
• ½ cup heavy cream

Preparation Method

Preheat and Prepare:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners. This will make cleanup easier and ensure your cupcakes come out perfectly shaped.

Mix the Batter:
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, and baking soda. In a separate bowl, whisk the egg, buttermilk, and vanilla extract until smooth. Slowly add the wet ingredients to the dry mixture, stirring until just combined.

Add Hot Water:
Gradually pour in the hot water, stirring well until the batter is smooth and glossy. This step helps create a moist, light texture in the cupcakes.

Bake:
Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners, filling each about two-thirds full. Bake for 18–20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cupcakes cool in the pan for a few minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Make the Ganache:
While the cupcakes are cooling, heat the heavy cream in a small saucepan until it just begins to simmer. Pour the hot cream over the chocolate chips in a bowl and let it sit for 2–3 minutes. Stir until the mixture is smooth and glossy. Cover and chill the ganache for 45 minutes until it thickens to a spreadable consistency.

Frost and Serve:
Generously frost each cooled cupcake with the chocolate ganache. For a finishing touch, sprinkle a little sea salt or top with chocolate shavings. Serve immediately and watch them disappear!

Tips and Conclusion

For an extra fudgy twist, add a handful of chocolate chips to the cupcake batter before baking.
Want to get fancy? Use a piping bag to swirl the ganache on top for a professional look.
Try flavored ganache! Add a splash of espresso, orange extract, or peppermint for a unique twist.

These Chocolate Fudge Cupcakes are the ultimate treat for chocolate lovers. Rich, moist, and topped with silky ganache, they’ll make any occasion feel extra special. Make sure to save this recipe—it’s one you’ll come back to again and again.

Looking for more delicious desserts? Keep an eye out for my next recipe! And don’t forget to share your creations with me—I love seeing your baking magic. 🍫🧁