Chocolate Strawberry Cupcakes (Recipe for Printing)
These moist chocolate and strawberry cupcakes blend classic baking with fresh fruit, perfect for spring celebrations or anytime indulgence. Save & click.
# What You Need:
→ Chocolate Dipped Strawberries
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8 ounces dark chocolate melting wafers
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16 strawberries, washed and dried
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4 ounces white chocolate melting wafers
→ Chocolate Cupcake Batter
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1 cup all-purpose flour
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1 cup granulated sugar
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6 tablespoons unsweetened dark cocoa powder
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1 teaspoon baking soda
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1 large egg
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1/2 cup milk
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1/2 cup vegetable oil
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3/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1/2 cup hot water
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3/4 cup chopped strawberries
→ Strawberry Frosting
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1/2 cup salted butter, room temperature
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1/2 cup shortening
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4 cups powdered sugar
# How to Make It:
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Melt the dark chocolate wafers in a microwave-safe bowl in 30 second intervals, stirring thoroughly between each interval until smooth. Dip each dried strawberry into the melted chocolate and set on a parchment-lined tray. Allow to set. Drizzle with melted white chocolate if desired and let set until firm.
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Preheat oven to 350°F (177°C). Line a cupcake pan with paper liners.
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Sift together flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking soda, and salt in a large bowl.
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In a separate bowl, whisk the egg, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until well blended.
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Pour wet ingredients into the dry mixture and mix until just combined. Gradually add hot water and mix until the batter is smooth. Gently fold in chopped strawberries.
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Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners, filling each about 2/3 full. Bake in the preheated oven for 23–25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
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Remove cupcakes from oven and allow to cool in the pan for 5 minutes. Transfer cupcakes to a wire rack to cool completely.
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In a large bowl, beat together salted butter and shortening until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar and continue beating until smooth and fluffy.
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Once cupcakes are completely cool, pipe or spread the frosting onto each cupcake. Top with a chocolate covered strawberry before serving.
# Extra Tips:
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Ensure the strawberries are completely dry before dipping in chocolate to prevent the coating from seizing or sliding off.