Dark Chocolate Holly Berry Cupcakes
Dark Chocolate Holly Berry Cupcakes are a holiday treat that perfectly blends rich dark chocolate with the tartness of fresh berries. These moist, decadent cupcakes evoke nostalgic memories of festive gatherings and are sure to impress your guests. With their vibrant colors and delightful flavors, they make a stunning addition to any dessert table this season.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 cupcakes 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1/2 cup whole milk (or non-dairy alternative)
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup fresh berries (like raspberries or cranberries)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat sugar and eggs until fluffy. Add milk and vanilla; mix until smooth.
- Gradually combine wet ingredients with dry ingredients, stirring gently to avoid overmixing.
- Fold in dark chocolate chips and fresh berries until evenly distributed.
- Spoon batter into cupcake liners about two-thirds full and bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Allow to cool before serving; enjoy!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 205
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 115mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg