Easy Buttermilk Chocolate Cupcakes with Whipped Ganache Frosting

Buttermilk Chocolate Cupcakes with Whipped Ganache Frosting – Moist chocolate cupcakes topped off with a decadent Ghirardelli dark chocolate ganache frosting.

Add a Ghirardelli Impressions chocolate for the finishing touch, and you have the perfect Valentine’s Day treat!

Ingredients

– Cacao Baking Chips – Heavy whipping cream – All purpose flour – Granulated sugar – Unsweetened cocoa powder – Salt – Baking soda – Baking powder

To make ganache frosting, pour baking chips into a large, heat-safe bowl. Bring heavy cream to a simmer in a small saucepan over medium-low heat, stirring frequently.

Step 1

After five minutes, remove towel and begin to stir ganache slowly with a whisk. Continue whisking until smooth and velvety.

Step 2

While ganache is cooling, begin making cupcakes. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line two muffin tins with cupcake liners and set aside.

Step 3

Add in vanilla, eggs, buttermilk, and vegetable oil mixing until smooth. Pour in hot water and mix well. Batter will be very thin.

Step 4

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