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Irish Cream Chocolate Cupcakes

Decadent Irish Cream Chocolate Cupcakes Recipe for Any Occasion

Delight in these Irish Cream Chocolate Cupcakes that balance chocolatey goodness with a hint of Irish cream for a truly indulgent treat.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Irish
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/4 tsp salt
Wet Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup butter softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup Irish cream liqueur
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
Ganache
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 8 oz semi-sweet chocolate chopped
  • 2 tbsp Irish cream liqueur

Equipment

  • cupcake pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with liners.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, beat together the softened butter, eggs, Irish cream, milk, and vanilla extract.
  4. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until combined.
  5. Divide the batter evenly among the prepared cupcake liners.
  6. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. Allow the cupcakes to cool completely.
  8. For the ganache, heat the heavy cream in a saucepan until it just starts to simmer.
  9. Pour the hot cream over the chopped chocolate and let sit for a minute, then stir until smooth.
  10. Mix in the 2 tbsp of Irish cream liqueur.
  11. Once the cupcakes are cool, frost with the ganache.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupcakeCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 14g

Notes

Feel free to customize these cupcakes with different liqueurs or toppings, such as chocolate chips or seasonal flavors. Store in an airtight container for freshness.

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