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White Chocolate Raspberry Cupcakes Recipe

White Chocolate Raspberry Cupcakes Recipe

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Indulge in these decadent White Chocolate Raspberry Cupcakes that marry the sweetness of white chocolate with the tartness of fresh raspberries. A perfect treat for any occasion!

Ingredients

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For the Cupcakes:

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup whole milk
  • 4 oz white chocolate, melted
  • 3/4 cup fresh raspberries (or frozen, thawed and patted dry)

For the White Chocolate Buttercream:

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 4 oz white chocolate, melted and cooled
  • 2 tablespoons heavy cream or milk
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin pan with paper liners.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  3. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add Eggs and Vanilla: Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  5. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the whole milk. Mix until just combined.
  6. Include White Chocolate: Fold in the melted white chocolate until evenly incorporated.
  7. Add Raspberries: Gently fold in the fresh raspberries.
  8. Fill Muffin Cups: Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups.
  9. Bake: Bake for 18–20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack.
  10. Prepare Buttercream: Beat butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar, then mix in white chocolate, cream, vanilla, and salt.
  11. Frost Cupcakes: Once cooled, frost the cupcakes with the white chocolate buttercream.

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Keywords: White Chocolate, Raspberry, Cupcakes, Dessert, Baking