Red Velvet Molten Lava Cupcakes
If you’re on the hunt for a show-stopping dessert, look no further than these Red Velvet Molten Lava Cupcakes! Bursting with vibrant color and featuring a delightful molten chocolate center, these cupcakes are perfect for any occasion—from casual family dinners to festive gatherings. With a quick preparation time of just 40 minutes, you can whip up this indulgent treat that’s guaranteed to impress both kids and adults alike. The surprise of warm chocolate ganache in each cupcake creates an irresistible experience that will leave your guests wanting more!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 box (approximately 15 ounces) red velvet cake mix (plus eggs, water, and oil as specified)
- 8 ounces semi-sweet baking chocolate
- ½ cup heavy cream
- Powdered sugar (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the ganache by chopping the semi-sweet baking chocolate and heating the heavy cream until simmering. Pour the cream over the chocolate and stir until smooth. Chill until firm (at least 2 hours).
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line muffin tins with cupcake liners.
- Mix the red velvet cake mix according to the package directions, filling each liner halfway.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized balls of chilled ganache into the center of each filled liner.
- Bake for 20-23 minutes, checking doneness with a toothpick inserted into the side.
- Allow cooling slightly before removing from pans; serve upside down dusted with powdered sugar.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (70g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg