Indulge in these delectable chocolate cupcakes with a twist of orange, perfect for any occasion! Theyβre crowned with a luxurious cream cheese and chocolate ganache frosting and a dollop of tangy orange marmalade.
To create a dozen of these treats, youβll need:
- 150g of melted butter
- 180g of sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 150g of buttermilk
- 1 shot of hot espresso
- 160g of all-purpose flour
- 40g of cocoa powder
- 10g of baking powder
- 6g of baking soda
- Zest from half an orange
Baking Steps:
- In a mixing bowl, cream together melted butter and sugar.
- Incorporate the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the buttermilk. Mix in half of the dry ingredients gently, followed by the espresso and orange zest.
- Gently sift and fold in the remaining dry ingredients until just combined. Distribute the batter into a 12-cup muffin pan lined with paper cases, filling each almost to the top. Bake at 180Β°C for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Allow the cupcakes to cool at room temperature before applying frosting.
For the Frosting: Ensure all components are at room temperature:
- 200g of cream cheese
- 250g of whipping cream
- 150g of icing sugar
- 100g of melted dark chocolate
- 3 tablespoons of cocoa powder
Frosting Directions:
- Using an electric mixer, whip the cream cheese, melted chocolate, cocoa powder, and icing sugar on high speed until just blended.
- Gently fold in the whipping cream and beat for no more than 20 seconds, until it reaches a creamy consistencyβbe careful to avoid overbeating. Transfer the frosting into a piping bag fitted with a star-shaped nozzle.
- Pipe a ring of frosting onto each cupcake and fill the center with a spoonful of orange marmalade. Enjoy your beautifully crafted chocolate orange delights!