Chocolate Strawberry Jam Cupcakes
Delicious and healthy chocolate cupcakes infused with strawberry jam, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
For the Cupcakes
- 1 cup All-Purpose Flour for a fluffy texture
- 1/2 cup Unsweetened Cocoa Powder for rich chocolate flavor
- 1 cup Granulated Sugar provides sweetness
- 2 tsp Baking Powder helps the cupcakes rise
- 1 tsp Baking Soda activates with acid
- 1/2 tsp Salt balances sweetness
- 2 large Eggs binds ingredients
- 1 cup Whole Milk keeps cupcakes tender
- 1/3 cup Vegetable Oil ensures moistness
- 2 tsp Vanilla Extract enhances flavor
- 1 cup Boiling Water intensifies cocoa flavor
- 1/2 cup Strawberry Jam infuses sweetness
For the Frosting
- 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter softened for frosting
- 1 cup Powdered Sugar for smooth finish
- 2 Tbsp Milk adjusts frosting consistency
- optional Pink Food Coloring for a fun touch
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Line a cupcake pan with paper liners.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat the eggs. Add milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla; mix until combined.
- Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
Cooking
- Boil water and stir into batter until well combined.
- Add strawberry jam and mix gently until swirled.
- Pour batter into cupcake liners, filling 2/3 full.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
Frosting and Serving
- Beat softened butter in a bowl.
- Gradually add powdered sugar and milk, mixing until fluffy.
- If desired, add pink food coloring.
- Frost cooled cupcakes generously.
- Enjoy immediately or store for later.
Notes
For best results, let cupcakes cool completely before frosting. Store in an airtight container.