DARK CHOCOLATE BACON CUPCAKES

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These adventurous cupcakes were a challenge by friends that turned into a great success. Use extra-smoky bacon to really get the salty, rich flavor. -Sandy Ploy, Whitefish Bay, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 45m

Yield 22 cupcakes.

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups sugar
1 cup buttermilk
2 large eggs
1/2 cup canola oil
1/2 cup strong brewed coffee
2 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon baking cocoa, divided
1-1/4 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
3/4 pound bacon strips, cooked and crumbled, divided
1 can (16 ounces) chocolate frosting

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, beat the sugar, buttermilk, eggs, oil and coffee until well blended. In a small bowl, combine the flour, 3/4 cup cocoa, baking powder, salt and baking soda; gradually beat into sugar mixture until blended. Stir in two-thirds of the bacon., Fill paper-lined muffin cups two-thirds full. Bake at 375° for 18-22 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely., Frost cupcakes. Sprinkle with remaining bacon; dust with remaining cocoa. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 354 calories, Fat 18g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 37mg cholesterol, Sodium 535mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (28g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

Hasina Hasina
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I love the bacon in these cupcakes! It adds a nice smoky flavor that pairs perfectly with the chocolate.


Huzafa Awan
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These cupcakes are perfect for a party or potluck. They're easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser.


Kris Corriher
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I thought these cupcakes were just okay. They weren't as flavorful as I was hoping.


zulfquara ali
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The bacon in these cupcakes was a bit too overpowering for my taste.


Julio Direkta
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These cupcakes are a fun and unique twist on a classic dessert. I highly recommend them.


Alaina
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I was skeptical about the bacon in these cupcakes, but I'm so glad I tried them! They're amazing.


Lalit oad
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These cupcakes are the perfect combination of sweet and salty. I love the way the bacon adds a little crunch.


UT Magnus Supreme560
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my cupcakes didn't turn out as fluffy as I would have liked.


ShAhRiAr SrAbOn
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The cupcakes were a bit too sweet for my taste, but the bacon added a nice savory flavor.


Kevin kabia
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These cupcakes were easy to make and turned out perfectly. I'll definitely be making them again.


Lannie Nie Dii
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I'm not a big fan of bacon, but these cupcakes were surprisingly good. The chocolate and bacon flavors really complemented each other.


mason teriele
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These cupcakes were a huge hit at my party! The combination of dark chocolate and bacon was unexpected and delicious.