Best 2 Chocolate Extreme Cupcakes Recipes

Indulge in the ultimate chocolate experience with our tantalizing "Chocolate Extreme" cupcake collection! These delectable treats are a symphony of rich flavors, combining moist chocolate cakes with luscious fillings and decadent frosting. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey that will satisfy your sweet cravings and leave you wanting more.

Our "Molten Chocolate Lava" cupcakes are a true masterpiece, featuring a warm, gooey chocolate center that oozes out with every bite. The "Chocolate Ganache" cupcakes are equally divine, boasting a velvety smooth ganache frosting that complements the moist chocolate cake perfectly. For those who love a classic combination, the "Chocolate Peanut Butter" cupcakes are a match made in heaven, with creamy peanut butter frosting balancing out the rich chocolate flavor.

But the "Chocolate Extreme" collection doesn't stop there! We also have the "Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough" cupcakes, which are a delightful blend of chocolate cake, cookie dough, and chocolate chips. And let's not forget the "Chocolate Mint" cupcakes, which offer a refreshing twist with their minty frosting and chocolate cake. Last but not least, the "Chocolate Salted Caramel" cupcakes are a symphony of sweet and salty flavors, featuring a luscious salted caramel frosting that perfectly complements the chocolate cake.

These "Chocolate Extreme" cupcakes are the epitome of indulgence, perfect for any occasion where you want to treat yourself or your loved ones. With their rich, decadent flavors and variety of fillings and frostings, these cupcakes are sure to become your new favorite dessert. So, preheat your oven, gather your ingredients, and let's embark on this chocolatey adventure together!

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

EXTREME CHOCOLATE CUPCAKES WITH WHITE CHOCOLATE FROSTING

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Make and share this Extreme Chocolate Cupcakes With White Chocolate Frosting recipe from Food.com.

Provided by gailanng

Categories Dessert

Time 55m

Yield 24 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 22

Ingredients

4 squares unsweetened baking chocolate
1/2 cup unsalted butter
1 1/2 cups flour
1 1/2 cups white sugar
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
3/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
2 tablespoons instant coffee powder
1 cup hot water
1/2 cup sour cream
2 eggs
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla
6 ounces white chocolate
10 tablespoons butter, softened
8 ounces cream cheese, softened
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups confectioners' sugar
1 cup sweetened flaked coconut
1 cup chopped pecans, toasted
1/4 cup light brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
Prepare two 12-well cupcake pans by inserting a paper cupcake liner into each well.
Melt the unsweetened baking chocolate and unsalted butter in the top of a double boiler.
Set aside and allow to cool somewhat while you mix the remaining ingredients.
In a large bowl, combine the flour, white and brown sugars, salt, baking soda, and baking powder.
In another bowl, dissolve the coffee powder in the hot water.
Add the sour cream, eggs, and vanilla.
Pour the liquid ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix well.
Pour the melted chocolate and butter into the batter and mix well.
Divide the batter evenly between the wells in each of the cupcake pans (about 1/4 cup batter works well).
Bake 25 to 35 minutes or until fork inserted into middle of one of the cupcakes comes out clean.
Remove cupcakes to cooling racks and cool completely before frosting.
To make the frosting: Place the white chocolate in a small microwave-safe bowl. Microwave on medium (50% power) for 1 minute. Stir. Microwave 30 seconds more or until chocolate is softened. Stir until smooth and let cool.
Beat cream cheese in bowl until light and fluffy, using electric mixer at medium speed. Beat in butter, vanilla and salt. Gradually beat in cooled chocolate until smooth. Add the confectioners and brown sugars and beat about 2-3 minutes. Stir in chopped pecans and coconut; fold until incorporated.

CHOCOLATE EXTREME CUPCAKES

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Treat your family with these frosted chocolate cupcakes - a rich dessert to be enjoyed!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories Dessert

Time 1h45m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 17

Ingredients

2 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
3 oz unsweetened baking chocolate
3 oz semisweet baking chocolate
1 cup butter, softened
1 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup granulated sugar
4 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 cup buttermilk
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips (6 oz)
1/2 cup butter, softened
1 box (1 lb) powdered sugar (4 cups)
1/2 cup whipping cream
2 teaspoons vanilla
Dash salt

Steps:

Heat oven to 350°F. Place jumbo paper baking cup in each of 12 jumbo muffin cups.
In small bowl, mix flour, baking soda and 1/2 teaspoon salt; set aside. In small microwavable bowl, microwave baking chocolate uncovered on High 1 to 2 minutes, stirring once, until softened and chocolate can be stirred smooth.
In large bowl, beat 1 cup butter with electric mixer on medium speed until creamy. Gradually add brown sugar and granulated sugar, beating well. Add eggs, one at a time, beating after each addition. Add melted chocolate and 1 teaspoon vanilla, beating well. Add flour mixture alternately with buttermilk, beating on low speed after each addition until blended. Divide batter evenly among muffin cups, filling three-fourths full.
Bake 30 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool 5 minutes; remove from pans to cooling racks. Cool completely, about 45 minutes.
In small microwavable bowl, microwave chocolate chips uncovered on High 1 to 2 minutes, stirring once, until softened and chips can be stirred smooth. In large bowl, beat 1/2 cup butter with electric mixer on medium speed until creamy. Add powdered sugar alternately with melted chocolate and whipping cream, beating on low speed after each addition until blended. Stir in 2 teaspoons vanilla and dash salt. Frost cupcakes with frosting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 753, Carbohydrate 99 g, Fat 7, Fiber 3 g, Protein 8 g, SaturatedFat 25 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 164 mg

Tips:

For the perfect cupcakes, use high-quality ingredients. This means using real butter, eggs, and chocolate. Avoid using margarine, vegetable oil, or baking chips.
Make sure to cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. This will help to incorporate air into the batter, resulting in a lighter, more tender cupcake.
Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing can result in tough, dense cupcakes.
Fill the cupcake liners only two-thirds full. This will allow the cupcakes to rise properly without overflowing.
Bake the cupcakes at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Let the cupcakes cool completely before frosting them. This will help to prevent the frosting from melting.
For a richer chocolate flavor, use a combination of unsweetened and bittersweet chocolate.
If you don't have buttermilk, you can make your own by adding 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or vinegar to 1 cup of milk. Let it sit for 5 minutes before using.
To make the cupcakes even more decadent, fill them with chocolate ganache or a chocolate truffle filling.

Conclusion:

These chocolate extreme cupcakes are the perfect dessert for any chocolate lover. They are moist, fluffy, and packed with chocolate flavor. The chocolate ganache frosting is rich and decadent, and the chocolate chips add a nice crunch. These cupcakes are sure to be a hit at any party or gathering.