Red Velvet Molten Lava Cupcakes
If you’re searching for a show-stopping dessert that’s quick to whip up, these Red Velvet Molten Lava Cupcakes are the answer. With a vibrant red exterior and a luscious chocolate center, each bite delivers an irresistible ooze of rich flavor. Perfect for family gatherings or special occasions, these cupcakes will impress your guests and satisfy sweet cravings alike. Made with simple ingredients and ready in just 40 minutes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 approximately 15-ounce box red velvet cake mix (plus ingredients as directed)
- 8 ounces semi-sweet baking chocolate
- ½ cup heavy cream
- Powdered sugar (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare a cupcake pan with liners.
- Prepare the red velvet cake mix according to package directions. Fill each cupcake liner about halfway.
- In a saucepan over low heat, combine the semi-sweet baking chocolate and heavy cream until melted and smooth. Chill until firm.
- Once chilled, scoop out a small amount of cupcake batter from the center of each filled liner and replace it with a dollop of ganache. Cover with more batter.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes or until the edges are set but the center remains slightly undercooked.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving warm, dusted with powdered sugar.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (75g)
- Calories: 335
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg