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Churro Cupcakes

Deliciously moist cupcakes inspired by traditional churros, topped with cinnamon sugar and a rich chocolate ganache.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Cupcake Batter
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup milk
Cinnamon Sugar Topping
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tbsp ground cinnamon
Chocolate Ganache
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 8 oz semi-sweet chocolate chopped

Method
 

Prepare Cupcakes
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in the vanilla extract.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk, and mix until just combined.
  6. Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Allow the cupcakes to cool completely.
Prepare Topping and Ganache
  1. In a small bowl, mix the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon for the topping.
  2. In a saucepan, heat the heavy cream until it just begins to simmer, then pour over the chopped chocolate in a bowl.
  3. Let it sit for a few minutes, then stir until smooth to create the ganache.
Assemble Cupcakes
  1. Once the cupcakes are cooled, dip the tops in the ganache and then into the cinnamon sugar mixture.
  2. Let the ganache set before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 4gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These cupcakes can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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