Ingredients and Weight:
- Cake Mix: Use a box of your favorite chocolate cake mix (about 180g).
- Raspberry Puree: Puree 1 cup of fresh or frozen raspberries (about 140g).
- Eggs: 3 large eggs.
- Oil: 1/2 cup vegetable oil (about 120ml).
- Cocoa Powder: 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder.
- Sugar: 1/2 cup white sugar (about 100g).
- Cream Cheese Frosting: 1 package cream cheese frosting (about 250g).
Preparation Time:
- Preparation Time: 30 minutes
- Cooking Time: 25-30 minutes
- Total Time: About 1 hour
Difficulty Level:
Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- Prepare the cupcake liners in a cupcake pan.
- Mix the cake mix, raspberry puree, eggs, oil, cocoa powder, and sugar together in a bowl until well combined.
- Pour the mixture into the cupcake liners, filling them about 3/4 full.
- Place in the oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Remove from the oven and let cool completely.
- Once cooled, frost the cupcakes with the cream cheese frosting and serve.
Nutritional Information: (Per serving, assuming the entire recipe makes 8 cupcakes)
- Calories: Approximately 400 calories per cupcake
- Fat: 20g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Protein: 5g
Dish Characteristics:
- Rich chocolate flavor with a hint of raspberry.
- Creamy frosting provides a perfect balance to the chocolate and raspberry flavors.
- Ideal for any chocolate lover, especially those who enjoy chocolate with a fruity tang.
User Comments:
- "These cupcakes were amazing! The combination of chocolate and raspberry was unexpected but delicious."
- "The frosting was creamy and added a great touch to the cupcakes."
- "I used fresh raspberries and the puree was so easy to make at home. The cupcakes were a hit with my family!"
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Make sure to use fresh or frozen raspberries for the puree to ensure the best flavor and texture.
- Do not overfill the cupcake liners, as this can cause the cupcakes to overflow in the oven.
- Allow the cupcakes to cool completely before frosting them to ensure the frosting sets properly.
