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Triple Chocolate Chili Cupcakes: A Bold Fusion of Heat and Sweet 🌶🧁🍫

Ingredients:

For the Cupcakes:

  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1-2 teaspoons chili powder (adjust to taste)
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • ½ cup vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ cup dark chocolate chips

For the Chocolate Chili Ganache:

  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1-2 teaspoons chili powder (adjust to taste)

For the Topping:

  • Whipped cream or frosting of your choice
  • Chili powder or cocoa powder (for dusting)
  • Optional: Fresh chili slices or chocolate shavings for garnish

Instructions:

1. Preheat and Prepare:

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). 
  2. Line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.

2. Make the Cupcake Batter:

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and chili powder.
  2. In a separate bowl, mix the buttermilk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract.
  3. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined.
  4. Fold in the dark chocolate chips.

3. Bake the Cupcakes:

  1. Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners, filling each about 2/3 full.
  2. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  3. Let the cupcakes cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

4. Prepare the Chocolate Chili Ganache:

  1. In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium heat until it just begins to simmer.
  2. Remove from heat and add the semi-sweet chocolate chips. Let it sit for 2-3 minutes, then stir until smooth.
  3. Stir in the chili powder to taste. Let the ganache cool slightly until it thickens.

5. Assemble the Cupcakes:

  1. Once the cupcakes are completely cool, dip the tops into the chocolate chili ganache, allowing the excess to drip off.
  2. Let the ganache set for a few minutes.

6. Add the Toppings:

  1. Pipe whipped cream or your favorite frosting on top of the ganache.
  2. Lightly dust with chili powder or cocoa powder for an extra kick and a decorative touch.
  3. Garnish with fresh chili slices or chocolate shavings if desired.

7. Serve and Enjoy:

  1. Serve your Triple Chocolate Chili Cupcakes and enjoy the bold fusion of heat and sweet!

Tips:

  • Adjust the amount of chili powder to suit your spice tolerance. Start with less and add more if needed.
  • For an extra layer of flavor, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the cupcake batter.
  • These cupcakes pair wonderfully with a glass of cold milk or a cup of coffee to balance the heat.
  • These Triple Chocolate Chili Cupcakes are a unique and exciting treat that will surprise and delight your taste buds. Perfect for parties, potlucks, or anytime you want to spice things up! 🌶️🍫