HOT COCOA "CUPCAKES"
I made cupcakes for my wedding to make it fun for all the kids there and to make it easier to portion the cake. Rich Melman, one of my restaurant partners, stopped by the reception and loved the idea and then said I should bake them someday in cups and then they'd really be "cup cakes." I don't think he thought I would ever do it, but here it is. I think it's fun to top them with whipped cream to look like a cup of hot cocoa or you could place mini marshmallows on top and broil it to give it a toasted marshmallow top. You could also do these mini for even more kid-fun!
Provided by Food Network
Categories dessert
Time 50m
Yield about 12 servings, depending on the size of your coffee cup
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Make the Cake: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- Sift together the sugar, flour, cocoa, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Transfer to a standing mixer fitted with a whisk attachment (or use a hand mixer) and blend briefly.
- Whisk together the eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla in a medium bowl. Add to the dry ingredients and mix at low speed for 5 minutes. Gradually add the hot water, mixing at low speed until just combined. The batter will be quite thin.
- Pour the batter into coffee cups and arrange them 1-inch apart on a sheet pan or a rectangular cake pan. Bake until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean (a few crumbs are okay), and the center feels firm to the touch, about 25 to 30 minutes. Let the cakes cool on the pan. (Don't remove the cakes from the cups!)
- Meanwhile, make the Topping: In a chilled bowl, combine the cream and sugar and whip, using a hand-mixer, until soft peaks form.
- When ready to serve, spoon the topping over the cakes to cover, so they look like a cups of cocoa topped with whipped cream. Serve with a spoon.
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Danielle Monjaras
[email protected]??? Chocolate overload! These cupcakes are so rich and decadent, they're like a chocolate lover's dream come true. The frosting is the perfect finishing touch.
Xolisa Dlamini
[email protected]These cupcakes are the perfect treat for any occasion. They're delicious, easy to make, and always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can make them ahead of time and they still taste fresh.
Ankita Ghimire
[email protected]??? Chocolate heaven! These cupcakes are so rich and decadent, they're like a chocolate lover's dream come true. The frosting is the perfect finishing touch.
Alexii Sanchez
[email protected]I'm a beginner baker, and these cupcakes were really easy to make. The instructions were clear and concise, and the cupcakes turned out perfectly. They were a big hit with my family and friends.
Prophet Ayodele OreOfe Dosunmu
[email protected]??? Chocolate overload! These cupcakes are so rich and decadent, they're like a chocolate lover's dream come true. The frosting is the perfect finishing touch.
Julius Oppong
[email protected]These cupcakes are the perfect combination of chocolate and marshmallow. The frosting is light and fluffy, and the cupcakes are moist and flavorful. I love that they're not too sweet, so I can enjoy a few without feeling guilty.
Tae Tae
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of hot cocoa, but these cupcakes changed my mind! The cupcakes are moist and fluffy, and the frosting is creamy and delicious. I love the way the chocolate and cocoa flavors complement each other.
mayrin pena
[email protected]??? Chocolate heaven! These cupcakes are so rich and decadent, they're like a chocolate lover's dream come true. The frosting is the perfect finishing touch.
Adesanya Alexandra
[email protected]These cupcakes are the perfect winter treat! They're warm and comforting, and the hot cocoa flavor is just magical. I love to curl up with a cup of hot chocolate and a few of these cupcakes on a cold night.
Md Nawsher
[email protected]I made these cupcakes for a bake sale and they were a huge success! Everyone loved them, and I even got requests for the recipe. They're so easy to make, too, which is a bonus.
Josephine Maritim
[email protected]OMG! ? Chocolate overload! These cupcakes are heaven in a bite! The hot cocoa flavor is so unique and delicious. I'm definitely adding this recipe to my favorites.
Shugri Sheikh Cali
[email protected]I've tried many hot cocoa cupcake recipes, but this one is by far the best. The cupcakes are light and fluffy, and the frosting is rich and creamy. I love that the recipe uses real cocoa powder, which gives the cupcakes an intense chocolate flavor.
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[email protected]These cupcakes were a hit at my daughter's birthday party! They were so moist and chocolatey, and the frosting was the perfect amount of sweetness. I'll definitely be making these again.