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Decadent Chocolate Raspberry Cupcakes

Irresistibly Decadent Chocolate Raspberry Cupcakes to Savor

Delight in these Decadent Chocolate Raspberry Cupcakes, a perfect blend of rich chocolate and fresh raspberries that promise to impress.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cupcakes
  • 1.5 cups All-Purpose Flour opt for high-quality
  • 0.5 cups Cocoa Powder unsweetened or Dutch-processed
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon Baking Soda
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt
  • 2 large Eggs fresh for better results
  • 0.75 cups Milk whole milk or dairy-free
  • 0.5 cups Vegetable Oil
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 1 cup Fresh Raspberries bursting with tartness
For the Frosting
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese or Butter vegan cream cheese for plant-based option
  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 0.5 cups Additional Raspberries for folding or garnish

Equipment

  • Cupcake pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Ice cream scoop

Method
 

Cupcake Preparation
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a cupcake pan with liners.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, granulated sugar, and salt until well combined.
  3. In another bowl, mix together eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until smooth and silky. Pour into dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
  4. Carefully fold in fresh raspberries into the batter.
  5. Fill each liner about two-thirds full with batter, bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  6. Allow cupcakes to cool completely on a wire rack, then frost with your choice of cream cheese or buttercream frosting.

Notes

Store cupcakes in an airtight container for freshness. Optional to garnish with extra fresh raspberries.