Let’s just go ahead and let the Hot Fudge Sundae Cupcakes do the talking…
Yes. I am thoroughly satisfied with myself.
Soft and light vanilla cupcakes. Glossy chocolate ganache. Slightly sweetened whipped cream. Slivered almonds. Jimmies. Cherry on top.
I love life.
Hot Fudge Sundae Cupcakes
Vanilla Cupcakes:
from The Hummingbird Bakery Cookbook
makes 12 cupcakes
1 cup all-purpose flour
a scant 3/4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
pinch of salt
3 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature
1/2 cup whole milk
1 egg
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
Put the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda and butter into the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment, or use a handheld beater and beat on slow speed until the mixture is a sandy consistency and everything is combined. Gradually pour in half of the milk and beat until the milk is just incorporated.
Whisk the egg, vanilla and remaining milk together in a separate bowl for a few seconds, then pour into the flour mixture and continue beating until just incorporated. Scrape any unmixed ingredients from the side or the bottom of the bowl with a rubber spatula. Continue mixing until the batter is smooth. Just a few minutes. Do not overmix.
Spoon the batter into paper lined muffin tins, dividing between the 12 cups. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until light golden and a skewer inserted in the center comes out clean. Let the cupcakes cool slightly in the pan, then turn them out onto a wire rack to cool completely before frosting.
Chocolate Ganache:
3/4 cup mini semisweet chocolate chips (I used chocolate chunks)
1/4 cup heavy cream
Put chocolate chips in a small bowl. Bring cream to a simmer in a small heavy saucepan. Pour cream evenly over chocolate. Let stand for one minute to soften, then stir until smooth. If frosting is too loose to spread, let it sit at room temperature for 10 to 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, frosting will continue to thicken as it stands.
Top vanilla cupcakes with chocolate ganache, slightly sweetened whipped cream, slivered almonds and a cherry.
Serve immediately.
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looks beautiful and seems tasty going to try it
WOW. now we’re talkin!
These are precious. ALMOST too precious to gobble up!
What I wouldn’t do for one of these right now! So gorgeous – and delicious too, I bet.
Unfortunately, I’m just too busy at the moment for these…but I’ll keep them in my back pocket!
Those are the happiest little treats I’ve ever seen. I’m on a cupcake kick and I absolutely must try these in the near future.
How do you influence the final shape of the cupcake? These are really flat (maybe even a little concave), perfect for the topping, but some cupcakes are rounded or domed.
Looks good as always, no matter what the shape!
Yum!
Love the pics and these sound absolutely fun!
Now if those dont put a smile on your face then I dont know what else would! So delightful!!! YUM! you are so creative
wow! i printed out this recipe immediately and will be trying it out within the next couple of days. these looks so delightful!
OMG *drool*
That is such a great idea! I will definitely be stealing it in the future
Banana bread cupcakes would make this a banana split!
These look delicious! And I love that you said “jimmies” and not “sprinkles”!
JOY! I have a question for you!!! I have two sons, no girls. But we have four girls in our congregation. So, since my sweet boys won’t wear pink, dresses, ribbons in their hair, etc. I have decided to have a Pink Pajama Party! Saturday they are coming to my house and we’re eating pink cupcakes, drinking pink lemon aid and pink milk, and doing mani-pedis and other fun girly things.
Sooo, Oh Diva of The Bakery! What cupcake do YOU recommend!?!? Any cupcake could have pink-tinted frosting. But I need something that will be scrumptious where I won’t be left with a couple dozen left-overs to add to my tummy.
TIA and LOVE your blog and these cutie-patootie cuppy cakes! So sweet.
Btw…you are invited too. It’s 12:30-4:30 on Saturday. I live in Texas, book your flight early. *wink*
Oh my yum! This recipe is genius and speaks to my heart!
You should be satisfied, these are gorgeous! I’ve been craving hot fudge too. yum!
So cute and simple! These would be great for a cupcake party.
My 3 yr old would love to have a cupcake party making the toppings herself. Thanks for giving me ideas.
i love your hot fudge post before this… I wasn’t convinced at first that hot fudge is the answer to all questions, but now i’m a believer!!!! This hot fudge sundae cupcake is so divine!!! =) love love love your blog =)
These are just adorable! Great for adult and kids parties:D
Seriously? Seriously?!
what littel cuties! those are so fun!!
yum! I love how you can put anything you want on them!
I came by chance to your page and I was delighted.
The recipes are very good and wonderful photographs.
Thanks for sharing your culinary expertise!
If I dare to have a recipe you’ll know.
Un abrazo,
Agatha Blue *
P.D. Excuse my English … is translated with Google Translator … Another hug!
Yet another amazing treat!
You had me at the name. What could be better than hot fudge sundae cupcakes? Delightful! Thanks, Joy.
I love this!!!
Hi, I was checking food recipe and I found your blog.
I’m a Japanese who working as a Japanese chef.
your cook looks so great!!! I hope I could eat them right now. haha.
well, I will try your recipe as soon as possible!!!
Seriously incredible! Too amazing to eat???
I cannot wait to try these -oh my! I think I will even add in Kamut Khorasan Wheat flour – yum! Thank you so so much – your blog is fabulous!!!
these look awesome!! i wanted to know if that The Hummingbird cookbook is good?? It wasn’t at the bookstore by me, but they are ordering it! I am in need of a new baking cookbook, so if you have any suggestions let me know!!
Hi, Joy new to blog. My hobby is making cupcakes and cookies to help supplement my SS. I just love your idea for the hot fudge cupcakes…looking oh so yummy.Do you have any suggestions for new flavors for the PINK PIGGY? I reside in MI and don’t always hear of the newest trends in flavor combinations. Are there any other Websites or Blogs I should check out?
Wow, those look yummy! I’m not a baker, but my daughter has asked for pink cupcakes for her 8th birthday. Any suggestions, recipes?
I love your measuring cups!! Where did you get them??
I LOVE THESE CUPCAKES. Seriously, there better than sliced bread. I made them a few weeks ago (but I made a pack with myself to make something new once-twice a week) So I haven’t had time to make them sense, but I’m craving them and making them again tonight. Absolutly amazing.
These look so yummy! I think these will be perfect for my daughter’s sweet shoppe birthday party! Thanks!
I love little cupcakes and these are adorable.
I wanted to be able to make a lot and I found this pan
http://www.katom.com/268-905245.html
the biggest mini muffin pan ever! It holds 24
Keep up the beautiful blog!
Hi Joy,
How do you make the top of your cupcakes so flat? Mine is always bumpy… any tip? Thanks!
I made these today since it was raining this morning. Came out great! Thanks for the great idea!
these look soooo adorable!!
joy, no words can explain how AMAZING this cupcake is. i made it last night for my friends birthday and EVERYONEE loved them! i even added some chocolate ganache in the middle so they all got a little surprise when the took a big bite!
work is never to dreadful when i’m reading your blogs!! thank youuu!
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