Dark Chocolate Blackberry Cupcakes
Delicious cupcakes combining rich chocolate flavor with sweet and tangy blackberries, topped with smooth blackberry frosting.
Ingredients
For the Cupcakes
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ¾ cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup buttermilk
- ½ cup hot coffee (or hot water) Use hot coffee for deeper flavor.
- ½ cup fresh blackberries, mashed Fresh blackberries recommended for best flavor.
For the Frosting
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- ¼ cup blackberry puree (strained to remove seeds)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract (for frosting)
- 1-2 tbsp heavy cream Use if needed to reach desired consistency.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a cupcake pan with liners.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix melted butter and brown sugar until smooth.
- Add eggs and vanilla extract, then stir in the mashed blackberries.
- Alternately add the dry ingredients and buttermilk, mixing gently.
- Stir in the hot coffee until just combined.
Baking
- Fill the cupcake liners about 3/4 full and bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let the cupcakes cool completely.
Frosting
- For the frosting, beat the softened butter until creamy.
- Add powdered sugar, blackberry puree, and vanilla extract, then beat until fluffy.
- If needed, add cream to reach desired consistency.
Assembly
- Pipe the frosting onto the cooled cupcakes.
- Enjoy! For an elegant touch, garnish with a fresh blackberry or a drizzle of melted chocolate.
Notes
Store the cupcakes in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days. Refrigerate for up to a week. Let them come to room temperature before serving for best taste. Use fresh blackberries for the best flavor, or frozen if needed (thaw and drain first). Don't overmix the batter. Add a pinch of espresso powder for a richer chocolate flavor.