Description
Luxurious raspberry rose chocolate cupcakes blend delicate French elegance with rich chocolate charm. Silky rose-infused frosting and fresh raspberries crown these indulgent desserts, inviting you to savor a perfect balance of romantic flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup canola oil
- 3/4 cup buttermilk
- 1/2 cup boiling water
Leavening and Seasoning Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Buttercream Ingredients:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar, sifted
- 2 tablespoons rose water
- 1/4 cup raspberry puree (strained)
- Optional: Pink food coloring
Instructions
- Prepare the oven environment by heating to 350°F (175°C) and arranging cupcake liners in a muffin tin for optimal baking conditions.
- Create a dry ingredient foundation by thoroughly combining flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt in a mixing vessel, ensuring even distribution of components.
- Develop a rich liquid base by vigorously whisking eggs and sugar until the mixture becomes light and airy, then incorporate oil and vanilla extract to enhance flavor complexity.
- Construct the batter by systematically integrating dry ingredients and buttermilk into the egg mixture, alternating between the two to maintain a smooth consistency. Introduce boiling water as the final element to achieve a silky texture.
- Distribute the batter evenly into cupcake liners, filling each approximately three-quarters full to allow proper rising during the baking process.
- Bake the cupcakes for 20-22 minutes, monitoring for a perfectly set interior and golden exterior. Remove from the oven and allow to cool completely before decoration.
- Craft the buttercream by whipping butter until exceptionally creamy, gradually folding in powdered sugar, then delicately blending rose water and raspberry puree to create a luxurious frosting.
- Apply the buttercream to the cooled cupcakes with precision, using a piping technique or smooth spreading method for an elegant finish.
- Elevate the presentation by garnishing with fresh raspberries or delicate edible rose petals, adding a sophisticated visual and flavor accent to the final creation.
Notes
- Choose high-quality cocoa powder for rich, intense chocolate flavor that elevates the entire cupcake experience.
- Use room temperature ingredients like eggs and buttermilk to ensure smoother, more even batter and better rising.
- For gluten-free variation, swap all-purpose flour with almond or gluten-free flour blend, maintaining same measurement proportions.
- Control rose water intensity by adding gradually and tasting, as it can quickly become overpowering if added too liberally.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 40g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg