Imagine sinking your teeth into a luxurious cupcake that combines the rich, velvety smoothness of dark chocolate with the sophisticated kick of Godiva liqueur. These aren't just ordinary cupcakes - they're a dessert experience that transforms an everyday treat into a gourmet masterpiece. Perfect for sophisticated dinner parties, romantic evenings, or when you simply want to treat yourself to something extraordinary, these cupcakes promise to elevate your baking game and impress even the most discerning dessert lovers.
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 25 mins
Total Time: 45 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 12 cupcakes
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup Godiva liqueur
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1 cup dark chocolate chips
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with cupcake liners and lightly spray with non-stick cooking spray.
- In a large mixing bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Whisk until well combined and free of lumps.
- In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the melted butter, eggs, Godiva liqueur, and whole milk until smooth and fully incorporated.
- Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring gently with a spatula until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Fold in the dark chocolate chips, distributing them evenly throughout the batter.
- Divide the batter evenly among the prepared cupcake liners, filling each about 2/3 full.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 22-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean with just a few moist crumbs.
- Remove from the oven and let the cupcakes cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- For the cream cheese frosting, beat the softened cream cheese in a medium bowl until smooth and creamy.
- Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, beating until the frosting is light and fluffy.
- Once the cupcakes are completely cool, pipe or spread the cream cheese frosting on top of each cupcake.
- Optional: Garnish with additional dark chocolate shavings or a light dusting of cocoa powder for extra elegance.
- Serve and enjoy the rich, decadent Godiva Liqueur and Dark Chocolate Cupcakes!
Tips
- Use room temperature ingredients to ensure smoother mixing and better texture
- Don't overmix the batter - this can lead to tough, dense cupcakes
- For the most intense chocolate flavor, use high-quality dark chocolate chips
- Allow cupcakes to cool completely before frosting to prevent melting
- Chill the cream cheese slightly before making the frosting for optimal consistency
- For a more pronounced liqueur flavor, you can brush the cooled cupcakes with additional Godiva liqueur before frosting
- Store cupcakes in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days
- For best presentation, use a piping bag with a star tip when applying the cream cheese frosting
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 380kcal
Carbohydrates: 42g
Protein: 5g
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 13g
Cholesterol: 85mg
