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Ultimate Ice Cream Chocolate Cupcakes

Ultimate Ice Cream Chocolate Cupcakes

Indulge in the Ultimate Ice Cream Chocolate Cupcakes, where decadent chocolate cake meets a delightful surprise of your favorite ice cream filling. Perfect for summer gatherings, these cupcakes are not just delicious but also highly customizable with various ice cream flavors and toppings. With a rich, moist texture and a creamy center, they promise to be the highlight of any dessert table. Topped with luscious whipped cream and optional sprinkles, these treats are visually appealing and easy to make, making them ideal for both novice and experienced bakers. Enjoy the refreshing combination of chocolate and ice cream that everyone will love!

Ingredients

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  • 3/4 cup (98g) all-purpose flour
  • 6 tbsp (43g) natural unsweetened cocoa
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 cup (56g) unsalted butter, room temperature
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 3/4 cups (155g) sugar
  • 3/4 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup + 2 tbsp (150ml) milk
  • Ice Cream (your choice of flavor), softened
  • 1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream, cold
  • 3/4 cup (86g) powdered sugar
  • 1 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
  • Pink gel icing color, optional
  • 12 oz semi-sweet chocolate (finely chopped)
  • 3 tbsp vegetable oil
  • Sprinkles, optional

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (176°C) and line a cupcake pan with liners.
  2. In a bowl, mix flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, beat butter, oil, sugar, and vanilla until fluffy.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well.
  5. Combine dry ingredients in batches with milk until smooth.
  6. Fill liners three-quarters full and bake for 15–17 minutes.
  7. Cool cupcakes before coring centers; fill with softened ice cream.
  8. Whip together heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla until stiff peaks form; pipe onto cupcakes.
  9. Freeze cupcakes until firm; dip in melted chocolate and add sprinkles if desired.

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Keywords: Chill all ingredients for better texture. Feel free to customize ice cream flavors or add toppings like fresh fruit or nuts.