Molten Lava Chocolate Cupcakes

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🍫 Molten Lava Chocolate Cupcakes

Servings: 12 cupcakes
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Bake Time: 15–18 minutes

🛒 Ingredients

For the Cupcakes

  • 1 cup (125 g) all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup (50 g) unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • ½ cup (115 g) unsalted butter, softened
  • ¾ cup (150 g) granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • ½ cup (120 ml) milk
  • ½ cup (90 g) semi-sweet chocolate chips

For the Molten Chocolate Center

  • ½ cup (120 ml) heavy cream
  • 1 cup (170 g) semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1 tbsp butter

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Make the Chocolate Filling

  1. Heat the heavy cream until steaming (don’t boil).
  2. Pour over the chocolate chips.
  3. Let sit for 2 minutes, then stir until smooth.
  4. Mix in the butter.
  5. Chill for 30–45 minutes until thick enough to scoop.

2. Prepare the Batter

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Line a 12-cup muffin pan with paper liners.
  3. Whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
  4. Beat butter and sugar until fluffy.
  5. Add eggs one at a time, then vanilla.
  6. Alternate adding the dry ingredients and milk.
  7. Fold in the chocolate chips.

3. Fill the Cupcakes

  1. Fill each liner halfway with batter.
  2. Add 1 teaspoon of chilled chocolate filling to the center.
  3. Cover with more batter until the cups are about ¾ full.

4. Bake

  • Bake for 15–18 minutes, until the tops are set but still soft.
  • Let cool in the pan for 5–10 minutes before serving.

🍽️ Serving Suggestions

  • Dust with powdered sugar.
  • Serve warm for the perfect gooey lava center.
  • Pair with vanilla ice cream, whipped cream, or fresh berries.

💡 Tips

  • Chill the filling before using so it stays in the center.
  • Don’t overbake, or the molten center will firm up.
  • Warm leftovers in the microwave for 10–15 seconds to restore the gooey center.

Enjoy your rich, fudgy Molten Lava Chocolate Cupcakes! 🍫🧁

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