Chocolate Pomegranate Cupcakes
Pomegranates have been cultivated for thousands of years and are often associated with fertility and abundance in many cultures.
This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 55 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 13.
Chocolate Pomegranate Cupcakes
Ingredients
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
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In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
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In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
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Gradually mix in the dry ingredients, alternating with the milk. Fold in the pomegranate seeds.
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Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Remove the cupcakes from the oven and let them cool in the tin for 10 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
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In a chilled bowl, whip the cream until soft peaks form. Gradually add the powdered sugar and pomegranate juice, and continue whipping until stiff peaks form.
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Frost the cooled cupcakes with the whipped cream mixture. Garnish with additional pomegranate seeds if desired.
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Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Servings 12
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 300kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 15g24%
- Total Carbohydrate 40g14%
- Sugars 25g
- Protein 4g8%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.
