Chocolate Covered Cherry Cupcakes

Indulge in the rich decadence of Chocolate Covered Cherry Cupcakes—an irresistible blend of moist chocolate cake, sweet cherry preserves, and velvety chocolate ganache. These cupcakes are a chocolate lover's dream, featuring a light and airy batter made with buttermilk and cocoa powder, filled with a surprise burst of cherry in every bite. Topped with a silky ganache that drips elegantly down the sides and crowned with a vibrant maraschino cherry, these treats are as visually stunning as they are delicious. Perfect for special occasions or a romantic dessert, this recipe is easy to follow with just 20 minutes of prep time. Your kitchen will transform into a gourmet bakery, offering up a dozen indulgent delights that combine classic flavors with elegant presentation.

Nutriscore Rating: 52/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:18 mins

Total Time:38 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1.25 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon Baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 1 large Egg
• 0.5 cup Buttermilk
• 0.25 cup Vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.5 cup Hot water
• 0.5 cup Cherry preserves
• 0.75 cup Heavy cream
• 1 cup Semisweet chocolate chips
• 12 pieces Maraschino cherries

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with cupcake liners.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.

Step 3

In a separate medium bowl, beat together the egg, buttermilk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until well combined.

Step 4

Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Stir in the hot water until the batter is thin and smooth.

Step 5

Fill each cupcake liner about two-thirds full with the batter. Bake in the preheated oven for 17-18 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 6

Remove the cupcakes from the oven and let them cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 7

Once the cupcakes are cool, use a small knife or cupcake corer to carve a small hole in the center of each cupcake. Fill each hole with about 1 teaspoon of cherry preserves.

Step 8

To prepare the ganache, heat the heavy cream in a small saucepan over medium heat until it begins to simmer. Remove from heat and pour over the semisweet chocolate chips in a heatproof bowl. Let sit for 2 minutes, then stir until smooth and glossy.

Step 9

Spoon or spread the ganache over the tops of each cupcake, allowing it to drip slightly down the sides.

Step 10

Garnish each cupcake with a maraschino cherry on top.

Step 11

Allow the ganache to set slightly before serving. Enjoy your luscious Chocolate Covered Cherry Cupcakes!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1435.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4430.1

Total Fat 206.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 97.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 35.8g
Cholesterol 412.9mg	0%
Sodium 2968.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 654.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 62.9g	0%
Total Sugars 427.3g
Protein 66.4g	0%

Vitamin D 117.2IU	0%
Calcium 503.7mg	0%
Iron 34.9mg	0%
Potassium 3014.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 39.2%

Protein: 5.6%

Carbs: 55.2%