Truffle Lover's Cupcakes

Truffle Lover's Cupcakes
110 min.
24
183kcal

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Indulge your senses with our Truffle Lover's Cupcakes, a decadent dessert that promises to elevate any occasion. These delightful treats are perfect for chocolate enthusiasts and those who appreciate the rich, luxurious flavor of truffles. With a moist chocolate cake base infused with a hint of hazelnut or orange liqueur, each bite is a celebration of taste and texture.

Imagine sinking your teeth into a soft, fluffy cupcake, only to discover a luscious ganache topping that melts in your mouth. The combination of miniature semisweet chocolate chips adds an extra layer of sweetness, while the optional garnishes of grated orange peel or ground hazelnuts provide a delightful crunch and a burst of flavor. Whether you're hosting a party, celebrating a special occasion, or simply treating yourself, these cupcakes are sure to impress.

Not only are they visually stunning, but they also offer a perfect balance of flavors that will leave your guests craving more. With a preparation time of just 110 minutes, you can easily whip up a batch of 24 cupcakes to share with friends and family. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to create a dessert that will have everyone talking. Your journey into the world of chocolate truffles starts here!

Ingredients

  • 0.8 cup semisweet chocolate chips miniature
  • box chocolate cake mix 
  • cup water 
  • 0.5 cup vegetable oil 
  •  eggs 
  • tablespoons hazelnuts orange-flavored
  • 0.3 cup whipping cream 
  • 0.5 cup semisweet chocolate chips miniature

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • wire rack
  • hand mixer
  • toothpicks
  • muffin liners

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350°F (325°F for dark or nonstick pans).
  2. Place paper baking cup in each of 24 regular-size muffin cups. In small bowl, toss chocolate chips with 1 tablespoon of the cake mix. In large bowl, beat remaining cake mix, the water, oil and eggs with electric mixer on low speed 30 seconds, then on medium speed 2 minutes, scraping bowl occasionally. Stir in coated chocolate chips. Divide batter evenly among muffin cups.
  3. Bake as directed on box for 24 cupcakes. Cool 10 minutes; remove from pan to cooling rack. Immediately prick holes in tops of cupcakes with toothpick.
  4. Brush about 1/2 teaspoon liqueur over each cupcake. Cool completely, about 30 minutes.
  5. In heavy 1-quart saucepan, heat whipping cream over medium-high heat until hot but not boiling; remove from heat. Stir in 1/2 cup chocolate chips until melted.
  6. Let stand 10 minutes. Dip tops of cupcakes in ganache. Top with miniature chocolate chips, grated orange peel or ground hazelnuts, if desired. Store loosely covered.

Nutrition Facts

Calories183kcal
Protein5.9%
Fat51.93%
Carbs42.17%

Properties

Glycemic Index
0.63
Glycemic Load
0.01
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
4.6913043050014%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.08mg
Catechin
0.01mg
Epigallocatechin
0.03mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.01mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:183.37kcal
9.17%
Fat:10.91g
16.79%
Saturated Fat:4.43g
27.68%
Carbohydrates:19.94g
6.65%
Net Carbohydrates:18.4g
6.69%
Sugar:11.59g
12.88%
Cholesterol:24.93mg
8.31%
Sodium:158.93mg
6.91%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Caffeine:12.58mg
4.19%
Protein:2.79g
5.58%
Manganese:0.28mg
14.11%
Copper:0.25mg
12.66%
Iron:1.75mg
9.71%
Phosphorus:97.07mg
9.71%
Magnesium:33.17mg
8.29%
Selenium:5.08µg
7.26%
Fiber:1.54g
6.16%
Potassium:148.5mg
4.24%
Calcium:41.62mg
4.16%
Vitamin E:0.62mg
4.15%
Vitamin B2:0.07mg
3.98%
Zinc:0.58mg
3.87%
Folate:15.29µg
3.82%
Vitamin K:3.54µg
3.37%
Vitamin B1:0.05mg
3.03%
Vitamin B3:0.42mg
2.1%
Vitamin A:85.24IU
1.7%
Vitamin B5:0.17mg
1.66%
Vitamin B6:0.03mg
1.44%
Vitamin B12:0.08µg
1.27%
Vitamin D:0.16µg
1.09%