Raspberry Chocolate Lava Cupcakes – A Decadent Treat
Indulge in the ultimate dessert experience with these Raspberry Chocolate Lava Cupcakes! Each bite is filled with rich, gooey dark chocolate and bursts of fresh raspberries, making them the perfect balance of tart and sweet.
Ingredients
1 cup all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon baking powder
¼ teaspoon baking soda
¼ teaspoon salt
½ cup unsalted butter, softened
½ cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
½ cup milk
1 cup fresh raspberries
4 ounces dark chocolate (for the lava center)
2 tablespoons heavy cream
2 tablespoons powdered sugar (optional, for dusting)
Instructions
Preheat & Prep
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
Cream Butter & Sugar
In a separate bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
Add Eggs & Vanilla
Beat in eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla extract.
Incorporate Cocoa
Stir in cocoa powder until fully blended.
Combine Wet & Dry
Gradually mix in the dry ingredients, alternating with milk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Stir until just combined.
Fold in Raspberries
Gently fold in fresh raspberries for a fruity burst in every bite.
Make the Lava Center
Microwave dark chocolate and heavy cream in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until smooth.
Assemble Cupcakes
Fill each cupcake liner with a small amount of batter, add a teaspoon of melted chocolate in the center, and top with the remaining batter to seal.
Bake to Perfection
Bake for 18-22 minutes, until set around the edges but soft in the center.
Cool & Serve
Let the cupcakes cool for 5 minutes, then dust with powdered sugar for an elegant finish.
Details
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Calories: 310 kcal per cupcake
Servings: 12 cupcakes
These rich, molten chocolate-filled cupcakes with juicy raspberries are pure indulgence in every bite. Perfect for special occasions or when you just need a little chocolate bliss!
