Indulge in Red Velvet Molten Lava Cupcakes
Indulge in Red Velvet Molten Lava Cupcakes that are not just desserts but a delightful experience! These cupcakes feature a vibrant red hue and a gooey chocolate ganache center that oozes out with each bite, making them perfect for any occasion—be it birthdays, cozy gatherings, or simply a sweet treat for yourself. With their simple preparation and easy-to-find ingredients, you can whip up these elegant cupcakes in under an hour. The irresistible combination of red velvet and rich chocolate is sure to impress everyone at your dessert table!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Total Time: 38 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 12 cupcakes 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ cup buttermilk
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons red food coloring
- ½ cup dark chocolate chips
- ¼ cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with liners.
- In one bowl, mix flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, combine sugar and oil; add eggs, buttermilk, and vanilla. Mix until smooth.
- Gradually fold dry ingredients into wet mixture along with the red food coloring.
- For ganache, heat heavy cream until boiling; pour over chocolate chips and stir until smooth.
- Fill cupcake liners halfway with batter, add ganache in the center, then top with more batter.
- Bake for 15-18 minutes until edges are set but centers jiggle slightly.
- Let cool before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg