Vanilla Bean Cupcakes with Whipped White Chocolate Vanilla Bean Ganache
Vanilla is the second most expensive spice in the world, after saffron.
This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 40 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 13.
Vanilla Bean Cupcakes with Whipped White Chocolate Vanilla Bean Ganache
Ingredients
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with cupcake liners.
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In a small bowl, scrape the seeds from the vanilla bean and set aside.
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In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
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Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
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Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk.
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Stir in the vanilla bean seeds and vanilla extract.
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Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners, filling each about 2/3 full.
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Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Remove from the oven and let the cupcakes cool completely.
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In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the white chocolate in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
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In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form.
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Gradually add the powdered sugar and continue whipping until stiff peaks form.
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Fold the melted white chocolate into the whipped cream until well combined.
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Transfer the ganache to a piping bag fitted with a star tip.
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Pipe the ganache onto the cooled cupcakes.
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Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Servings 12
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 320kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 16g25%
- Total Carbohydrate 42g15%
- Sugars 30g
- Protein 3g6%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.
