Whiskey Ganache Cupcakes Recipe

Name: Whiskey Ganache Cupcakes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: For the cupcakes:; 12 cupcake cases; 1 cup castor sugar; 350 milliliters flour; 1/2 cups cocoa powder; 2 teaspoons baking powder; pinch of salt; 2 large eggs, lightly beaten; 1/2 cups sunflower oil; 3/4 cups buttermilk; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 100 grams dark chocolate, melted; For the ganache:; 100 grams dark chocolate (70% cocoa solids); 1/2 cups single cream; 1 tablespoon butter; 1 tablespoon whiskey; chocolate curls / grated chocolate for decorating

Servings: persons

For the cupcakes:
12 cupcake cases
1 cup castor sugar
350 milliliters flour
1/2 cups cocoa powder
2 teaspoons baking powder
pinch of salt
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1/2 cups sunflower oil
3/4 cups buttermilk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
100 grams dark chocolate, melted
For the ganache:
100 grams dark chocolate (70% cocoa solids)
1/2 cups single cream
1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon whiskey
chocolate curls / grated chocolate for decorating

1
Preheat the oven to 170u00b0C. Arrange the cupcake cases in a muffin tray.
2
Sift the castor sugar, flour, cocoa powder, baking powder and salt into a mixing bowl.
3
Add the eggs, sunflower oil, buttermilk and vanilla extract. Mix until combined. Stir in the melted chocolate.
4
Divide the mixture between the cupcake cases. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until an inserted skewer comes out clean. Transfer the cupcakes to a cooling rack and leave them to cool completely.
5
To make the ganache: chop the dark chocolate into small pieces and place in a small heatproof bowl. Heat the cream and butter until the butter has melted and the cream is just starting to bubble.
6
Take the cream off the heat and pour over the chopped chocolate. Leave to stand for a minute, then whisk until smooth. Stir in the whiskey.
7
Leave the ganache to cool to room temperature. Whisk the ganache with an electric beater for a minute. Spread the ganache over the cooled cupcakes and decorate with chocolate curls or grated chocolate.

1495

kcal

Calories

Fat

162

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: For the cupcakes:, 12 cupcake cases, 1 cup castor sugar, 350 milliliters flour, and more.

Yes, Whiskey Ganache Cupcakes falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Whiskey Ganache Cupcakes

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