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Black Forest Cupcakes Recipe

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  • Author: Kimberly
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 12 cupcakes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: German-Inspired
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Indulge in these decadent Black Forest Cupcakes, a perfect German-inspired dessert combining rich chocolate cake, sweet cherry filling, and fluffy whipped cream frosting topped with chocolate shavings. Ideal for celebrations or anytime chocolate and cherry cravings strike.

Ingredients

Cake

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk
  • 1 cup cherry pie filling, chopped

Frosting

  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream, cold
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Garnish

  • 1/2 cup chocolate shavings or curls

Instructions

  1. Preheat and prepare pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin pan with cupcake liners to prevent sticking and ensure even cooking.
  2. Mix dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined to create your dry mix.
  3. Combine wet ingredients: In another bowl, whisk granulated sugar, packed brown sugar, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth and slightly thickened.
  4. Combine wet and dry ingredients: Alternately add the dry ingredients and buttermilk to the wet ingredients, mixing gently after each addition until just combined to maintain a light texture.
  5. Fill cupcake liners: Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners, filling each about two-thirds full to allow room for rising during baking.
  6. Bake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 18 to 20 minutes. Check doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center of a cupcake; it should come out clean.
  7. Cool: Remove cupcakes from the oven and allow them to cool completely in the pan or on a wire rack.
  8. Add cherry filling: Once cooled, make a small well or simply spoon a modest amount of chopped cherry pie filling onto the center of each cupcake.
  9. Prepare whipped cream frosting: In a large bowl, whip the cold heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract using a mixer until stiff peaks form, ensuring a fluffy and stable frosting.
  10. Frost cupcakes: Pipe or spread the whipped cream frosting evenly over each cupcake, covering the cherry filling completely.
  11. Garnish: Top each frosted cupcake with chocolate shavings or curls for an elegant finish.
  12. Serve: Enjoy the cupcakes chilled or at room temperature for the best flavor and texture.

Notes

  • For a more traditional Black Forest flavor, brush cupcakes lightly with cherry juice before adding the cherry filling.
  • Refrigerate cupcakes if not serving immediately, especially because of the whipped cream frosting, to maintain freshness and prevent spoilage.
  • Ensure heavy cream is cold prior to whipping for optimal volume and stability.

Find it online: https://slsrecipes.com/black-forest-cupcakes-recipe/