Chocolate Cupcakes with Ganache and Marshmallow Frosting

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Line 2 regular size cupcake pans with cupcake liners.

2. 2

   In a large bowl using an electric mixer on low speed, combine the sugar, flour, cocoa, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

3. 3

   Add the eggs, half-and-half, oil, and vanilla and beat on medium speed for 2 minutes.

4. 4

   Stir in the boiling water until fully combined.

5. 5

   Fill the cupcake liners three-quarters full with batter and bake until the cupcakes spring back when touched with your finger, 10 to 15.

6. 6

   Let cool in the pans for a few minutes, and then remove to a wire rack to cool completely.

7. 7

   Dip the tops of the cupcakes in Chocolate Ganache.

8. 8

   Pipe Marshmallow Frosting onto the cupcakes using a pastry bag and your favorite tip.

9. 9

   In a medium saucepan, bring the whipping cream to a simmer.

10. 10

    Take off the heat and add the chocolate.

11. 11

    Let the mixture sit for 5 minutes.

12. 12

    Whisk the mixture until smooth and creamy.

13. 13

    Place egg whites, sugar and cream of tartar in a heat-safe bowl over a saucepan with boiling water.

14. 14

    Whisk constantly over the heat for 1 to 3 minutes.

15. 15

    Once the sugar has dissolved, remove from the heat and beat with an electric mixer on high until stiff peaks have formed, 5 to 7 minutes.

16. 16

    Stir in the vanilla extract.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.