Chocolate cupcakes for two - the best recipe for two cupcakes filled with fluffy filling and topped with chocolate ganache frosting!
CHOCOLATE CUPCAKES FOR TWO
Can I just say it took me about a dozen tries to get them just like I wanted? Yep, a dozen times. I tried many different recipes for just two cupcakes but none of them were what I wanted. My goal was to make two of the best chocolate cupcakes we have ever had and that they would be easy to make to boot. I wanted them big and tall. I wanted them so utterly chocolatey - it would make you weak in your knees! You may also like my Chocolate Mug Cake for Two! It's amazing!
HOW TO MAKE CHOCOLATE CUPCAKES FOR TWO?
I added vinegar, which may seem strange to you, but I promise it has it's purpose here. You won't taste it a bit but it magically gives the crumb the rich chocolate slightly reddish color. Love it! If you are using the regular Dutch-processed cocoa powder ( that doesn't have the acidity ) instead of the all-natural cocoa powder, it will also help activate the baking soda. Baking soda needs something acidic to react in your recipe. I also added some melted chocolate to the batter. More chocolate is always a good thing. 🙂
EGG-FREE CHOCOLATE CUPCAKES
Oh, and guess what? They are vegan! No egg here so if you are avoiding them, can't have them or simply run out of them - you can still have the best chocolate cupcake ever. Do I get a high five? 🙂
CREAM CHEESE FILLING
Pink cream cheese filling to balance the richness of the frosting-cupcake combo. 🙂 Simply mix 2 tablespoons of softened cream cheese with pink gel food coloring and a teaspoon of heavy cream and fill your cupcakes. And it looks pretty too! 🙂
CHOCOLATE FROSTING
Now, can we talk about this frosting for a moment? This frosting is THE BEST chocolate frosting your taste buds will have the pleasure tasting. Forget the confectioners' sugar and butter kind. This one is not only the easiest to make but the most amazing in taste. The only way to go when you are making a special treat for Valentine's Day or any celebration that calls for chocolate indulgence.
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CHOCOLATE CUPCAKES FOR TWO RECIPE:
Chocolate cupcakes for two
Ingredients
for cupcakes:
- 5 Tbsp all-purpose flour
- 3 Tbsp granulated sugar
- 3 tsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp semi-sweet chocolate chips or chunks melted
- 1/8 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp baking powder
- 1/16 tsp salt a dash
- 3 Tbsp cold water
- 2 Tbsp canola oil
- 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp white vinegar
for filling:
- 2 Tbsp cream cheese softened
- 1/2 tsp heavy cream
- 1 drop pink gel food coloring
for ganache frosting:
- 4 oz . semi-sweet chocolate chopped
- 1/4 c heavy whipping cream
- 1 Tbsp granulated sugar
- 1 Tbsp corn syrup
Instructions
- Line two cavities of your cupcake pan with liners. Set aside. Preheat oven to 325 degrees.
- In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients ( flour, sugar, cocoa powder, soda, baking powder and salt ). Set aside.
- In a small measuring cup, stir together water, oil, vanilla and vinegar. Add to dry ingredients and stir.
- Add melted chocolate and stir just until combined. Divide into two liners.
- Bake 18 to 20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center of each cupcake comes out clean. Cool completely.
- In a small bowl, mix together softened cream cheese, gel food coloring and whipping cream. Mix well until smooth. Set aside.
CrunchyCreamySw says
I have to admit, I haven't done it yet. But thank you for reminding me, Jackie! I will add it to my list.
Jackie Cooper says
Hi Anna
Since I can't comment on your Pink Velvet Cupcakes post, I will comment here. What brand of pink gel food coloring did you use in that recipe.
CrunchyCreamySw says
Hi Jackie! So sorry about that. I just opened the thread for comments. I always use AmeriColor food gel color. It's available at Hobby Lobby. Hope this helps!
Averie Cooks says
I love this! Sometimes I really only just want a bite or two of a fresh cupcake. Or with all the other desserts I make, I have a craving and don't need 12 or gasp...24. This is perfect AND that the cupcakes sound so good. I've tried single serving mugcakes & they cannot compare...at all!
Anne B says
Anna...I'm going to have to quadruple the recipe....because 2 just won't be enough for me! Absolutely brilliant idea, though! These look so decadent....and you know I LOVE those little pink sugar hearts! : )
CrunchyCreamySw says
I will be sharing my recipe for the best chocolate cupcakes soon 🙂 It makes a nice number 🙂 Thank you, sweet Anne!
Anita at Hungry Couple says
These look absolutely heavenly and I love that they're perfectly portioned for two. 🙂
CrunchyCreamySw says
You need to try the ganache! It's amazing! Thanks, Anita!
Lizzy Do says
You outdid yourself with these amazing cupcakes! What a way to kick off your Valentine's Day celebration!
CrunchyCreamySw says
Aww, thank you so much, Lizzy 🙂
Hollis says
i just finished baking these and wished i quadrupled the recipe! it was so yuumy! you're absolutely right when you claim this was the BEST chocolate cupcake for tow! thanks fir sharing. now if i could just make a bigger batch with the same results ....
CrunchyCreamySw says
Hi Hollis! Omg, I am absolutely thrilled that you made these cupcakes! Thank you! So glad you think they are the best. 🙂 I am working on a recipe that makes a regular dozen so stay tuned! 🙂 Thanks so much for stopping by and letting me know you've tried my recipe!
Nancy says
Anna, I love everything about this post and these cupcakes. Yay for your Vday celebration blog event! It's great that this recipe only makes 2 cupcakes - I'm always the one who ends up eating a dozen unless I immediately give them all away. I am keeping this frosting recipe and can't wait to try it. It's high praise when you say it's the best. Everything about this looks incredible!
CrunchyCreamySw says
Oooh, you will LOVE this ganache frosting! It's amazing! 🙂 Thanks so much, sweet Nancy!
aimee says
these look so yummy! and i love that it's just enough for 2, since my husband and i always end up with way too many sweets. yum!
CrunchyCreamySw says
Yay! So glad you like this idea, Aimee! Thank you so much!
Wendy @ themondaybox.com says
First, I am awed by the cupcake. Beautiful. Then, I am awed by your persistence. I would have given up after the 4th or 5th try 🙂
CrunchyCreamySw says
lol There were moments when I was getting frustrated but it was all worth it! 🙂 Thank you so much, Wendy!
Jennie @themessybakerblog says
I popped open a bottle of bubbly; I'm ready! These look so good.
CrunchyCreamySw says
Yay! Glad to have you here, Jennie! Thank you! xo
Amber (Sprinkled With Flour) says
These cupcakes look so good! Except I don't think they would last for two people...I would hog them all to myself. 🙂
CrunchyCreamySw says
Let me just say that testing this recipe was pretty fun for me 🙂 Thanks, Amber!
Amanda @ Once Upon a Recipe says
This recipe looks similar to my very favorite vegan chocolate cupcake recipe. I LOVE that this only makes two cupcakes! But at the same time, it is also very very dangerous for me to have this recipe in my hot little hands. I am going to have to restrain myself!
Double high-five to you Anna!
Amanda @ Once Upon a Recipe says
This recipe looks similar to my very favorite vegan chocolate cupcake recipe. I LOVE that this only makes two cupcakes! But at the same time, it is also very very dangerous for me to have this recipe in my hot little hands. I am going to have to restrain myself!
Double high-five to you Anna!
CrunchyCreamySw says
I know exactly what you mean, Amanda! 🙂 Who can resist these? Thank you 🙂
valsocal.blogspot.com says
Cupcake perfection!
CrunchyCreamySw says
Aww, thanks, Val!
Melissa says
These look so good! =)
CrunchyCreamySw says
Thank you, Melissa 🙂
Sandra Garth says
You get a high 5, gold star and 2 thumbs-up!!!
CrunchyCreamySw says
Yay! Thank you, Sandra! 🙂
curryandcomfort says
Talk about a chocolate-fest!! I will be here with napkin in hand to wipe off the drool. 🙂 These cupcakes are fabulous. 🙂
CrunchyCreamySw says
Always happy to have you here! 🙂 Thanks, Ramona!
gerryspeirs says
Amazing cupcakes, that last pic does it for me 🙂
CrunchyCreamySw says
Aww, thanks, Gerry!