Red Velvet Molten Lava Cupcakes
Indulge in the delightful experience of Red Velvet Molten Lava Cupcakes, where elegance meets comfort in every bite. These stunning treats feature a vibrant red hue and a luscious chocolate center that flows like molten lava when you take your first bite. Perfect for celebrations or cozy evenings, these cupcakes are sure to impress everyone at the table. Plus, they are incredibly easy to make using your favorite cake mix! With just a few simple steps, you can whip up these crowd-pleasers that are both satisfying and visually appealing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 23 minutes
- Total Time: 38 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 (15 oz) box red velvet cake mix (plus eggs, water, and oil as directed)
- 8 oz semi-sweet baking chocolate
- ½ cup heavy cream
- Powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- Prepare the ganache by heating the heavy cream until it simmers. Pour over chopped chocolate and stir until melted. Chill until firm.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line muffin tins with cupcake liners.
- Prepare the cake batter as per box instructions and fill each liner halfway.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized ganache balls into each filled cupcake center.
- Bake for 20-23 minutes until a toothpick inserted in the side comes out clean.
- Let cool briefly, then remove from liners and dust with powdered sugar before serving warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (70g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg