Chocolate Raspberry Cupcakes Delight

Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Chocolate Raspberry Cupcakes Delight.

1. Step 1

   Begin by preheating your oven to a cozy 350°F (175°C) and prepare your muffin pans with Reynolds StayBrite Baking Cups for easy release.

2. Step 2

   In a medium bowl, combine flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt, whisking them together until well blended.

3. Step 3

   In a larger mixing bowl, cream softened butter using an electric mixer on medium speed for about 30 seconds.

4. Step 4

   Gradually incorporate sugar, adding it in 1/4 cup increments, and mix until the mixture is light and fluffy, scraping down the bowl as needed.

5. Step 5

   Introduce the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is well mixed before adding the next, then stir in the vanilla extract.

6. Step 6

   Alternate adding the flour mixture and milk to the butter blend, starting and finishing with the flour.

7. Step 7

   Mix on low speed until just combined, then give it a quick medium-speed beat for 20 seconds to bring it all together.

8. Step 8

   Spoon the luscious batter into the prepared muffin cups, filling each about halfway to two-thirds full, and smooth the tops with the back of a spoon for a polished finish.

9. Step 9

   Bake for around 18 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

10. Step 10

    Let the cupcakes cool in the pans for 5 minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.

11. Step 11

    Once cooled, use a small paring knife to carve out a cone-shaped piece from the top of each cupcake, going about one-third to one-half down.

12. Step 12

    Fill each cupcake with a teaspoon of delightful raspberry preserves, then gently replace the top piece.

13. Step 13

    For the raspberry frosting, beat cream cheese and softened butter in a large mixing bowl with an electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy.

14. Step 14

    Gradually add powdered sugar, mixing until smooth, then fold in raspberry preserves for a burst of flavor.

15. Step 15

    Generously frost the filled cupcakes with the raspberry frosting and crown them with fresh raspberries for a stunning finish.

16. Step 16

    Enjoy the sweet rewards of your baking adventure!.