Ingredients and Weight:
- 180g all-purpose flour
- 100g dark chocolate, chopped
- 100g bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 100g unsalted butter, softened
- 100g sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup milk or cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract (optional)
Preparation Time:
- Preparation Time: 30 minutes
- Cooking Time: 25-30 minutes
Difficulty Level:
Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- In a separate bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one by one, mixing well after each addition.
- Add the chopped dark chocolate and mix until fully combined.
- Add the flour mixture in parts, alternating with the milk or cream, starting and ending with the flour. Mix until just combined.
- Stir in the cooked and crumbled bacon.
- Scoop the cupcake mixture into lined cupcake cups, filling each cup about 2/3 full.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow to cool before frosting or decorating as desired.
Nutritional Information: (per cupcake)
Calories: Approx. 400-500 (depending on frosting and decoration)
Fat: Approx. 25g
Carbohydrates: Approx. 50g
Protein: Approx. 5g
Dish Characteristics:
- Unique combination of rich dark chocolate and bacon adds a unique flavor profile.
- Cupcakes are moist and chocolatey with a slight salty-sweet contrast from the bacon.
- Great for chocolate lovers and those who enjoy unique flavor combinations.
User Comments:
- "These cupcakes were amazing! The combination of chocolate and bacon was unexpected but absolutely delicious."
- "The texture of the cupcakes was perfect, not too dry and not too wet. The bacon added a nice contrast to the chocolate."
- "I was skeptical about bacon in cupcakes but these were so good! Will definitely make again."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Use good quality dark chocolate for best results.
- Make sure to cook the bacon well in advance and let it cool completely before adding to the cupcake mixture.
- Adjust the amount of bacon according to personal preference for a stronger or lighter flavor.
