Nigella Banana Chocolate Muffins are crafted with ripe bananas, rich cocoa powder, and all-purpose flour. This delectable treat requires 35 minutes prep time and serves 24.
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đ¤ Why You’ll Love This Chocolate Guinness Cupcakes Recipe:
- Unique Flavor: Combines Guinness beer and cocoa for a rich, malty chocolate taste.
- Moist Texture: Sour cream ensures a tender, moist crumb.
- Creamy Frosting: Tangy cream cheese frosting perfectly balances the sweet cupcakes.
- Simple Ingredients: Easy-to-find ingredients make the recipe accessible.
âWhat Is Nigella Chocolate Guinness Cupcakes Recipe?
Nigella Chocolate Guinness Cupcakes are made with Guinness beer, cocoa powder, flour, sugar, baking soda, salt, eggs, and sour cream. They are baked and topped with cream cheese frosting.
đŤNigella Chocolate Guinness Cupcakes Ingredients
Cupcakes:
- 1 cup Guinness Beer
- 1 cup unsalted butter, 2 sticks
- 3/4 cup (75 g) unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 cups (244 g) all-purpose flour
- 1 ž cups (350 g) granulated sugar
- ½ Tablespoon baking soda
- ž teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- â cup sour cream, room temperature – ish
Cream cheese frosting:
- 6 ounces cream cheese, room temperature (go ahead and use all 8 if you want it extra cream-cheesy)
- 12 Tablespoons unsalted butter, room temperature
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 2 Tablespoons heavy cream or half-and-half
- 6 cups powdered sugar
đ§How To Make Nigella Chocolate Guinness Cupcakes
For Guinness Cupcakes:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and line a cupcake pan with liners.
- In a pot over medium heat, bring the Guinness and butter to a simmer. Remove from heat and whisk in cocoa powder until smooth. Let it cool slightly.
- In a large bowl, sift together flour, sugar, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- In a stand mixer, beat eggs and sour cream until smooth and pale yellow.
- Slowly add the chocolate mixture to the egg mixture while the mixer is running on low.
- Add the dry ingredients to the mixing bowl and beat on low speed for about 10-15 seconds until just combined. Don’t over mix!
- Fill cupcake liners about 3/4 full and bake for 18-20 minutes until done. Don’t overbake!
- Let cupcakes cool in the pan, then remove and cool completely before frosting.
for Cream Cheese Frosting:
- Using an electric mixer on medium speed, combine cream cheese, butter, vanilla, and heavy cream.
- Gradually add powdered sugar, one cup at a time, mixing between each addition.
- Beat on medium speed until smooth.
- Pipe or spread frosting onto cooled cupcakes and optionally sprinkle with cocoa powder.
đRecipe Tips:
- Slow Simmer: Simmer Guinness and butter over medium heat to prevent burning and achieve a smooth blend with cocoa powder.
- Cool Mixture: Allow the chocolate mixture to cool slightly before adding to the eggs to avoid curdling and ensure a smooth batter.
- Avoid Overmixing: Mix the batter just until combined to keep the cupcakes light and fluffy; overmixing can make them dense.
đ¨ What To Serve With Chocolate Guinness Cupcakes?
Serve Chocolate Guinness Cupcakes with hot coffee, cold milk, vanilla ice cream, or whipped cream. They also pair well with Irish coffee, port, fresh berries, chocolate sauce, espresso, or mint tea.
đ How To Store Leftovers Chocolate Guinness Cupcakes?
- In the fridge: Store leftovers chocolate guinness cupcakes in an airtight container for 5 days.
- In the freezer: Store leftovers chocolate guinness cupcakes in a sealed container for 3 months.
𼾠How To Reheat Leftovers Chocolate Guinness Cupcakes?
- In the oven: Reheat leftovers chocolate guinness cupcakes for 3 minutes at 300°F.
- In the microwave: Microwave leftovers chocolate guinness cupcakes on high for 20 seconds.
- In the air-fryer: Heat leftovers chocolate guinness cupcakes for 3 minutes at 350°F.
FAQ’S:
How Can I Make The Frosting Thicker?
To make the frosting thicker, gradually add more powdered sugar, one tablespoon at a time, until you reach your desired consistency. Be sure to mix well after each addition to ensure the sugar is fully incorporated.
What Can I Use Instead Of Vanilla Extract In The Frosting?
If you don’t have vanilla extract on hand, you can substitute it with other flavorings such as almond extract, maple extract, or even a splash of flavored liqueur like Irish cream or coffee liqueur.
How Can I Prevent My Cupcakes From Sticking To The Liners?
To prevent your cupcakes from sticking to the liners, you can lightly grease the liners with cooking spray or brush them with a thin layer of melted butter before filling them with batter.Â
How Can I Prevent The Frosting From Becoming Too Runny?
If your frosting is too runny, you can thicken it by adding more powdered sugar, a little at a time, until you reach the desired consistency.Â
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Nigella Chocolate Guinness Cupcakes Nutrition Fact
- Calories: 460
- Calories from Fat: 207
- Total Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 4.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
- Sodium: 500mg
- Potassium: 250mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 56g
- Dietary Fiber: 2g
- Sugars: 35g
- Protein: 6g
Nigella Chocolatec Guinness Cupcakes
Description
Nigella Banana Chocolate Muffins are crafted with ripe bananas, rich cocoa powder, and all-purpose flour. This delectable treat requires 35 minutes prep time and serves 12.
Ingredients
Cupcakes:
Cream cheese frosting:
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and line a cupcake pan with liners.
- In a pot over medium heat, bring the Guinness and butter to a simmer. Remove from heat and whisk in cocoa powder until smooth. Let it cool slightly.
- In a large bowl, sift together flour, sugar, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- In a stand mixer, beat eggs and sour cream until smooth and pale yellow.
- Slowly add the chocolate mixture to the egg mixture while the mixer is running on low.
- Add the dry ingredients to the mixing bowl and beat on low speed for about 10-15 seconds until just combined. Don’t over mix!
- Fill cupcake liners about 3/4 full and bake for 18-20 minutes until done. Don’t overbake!
- Let cupcakes cool in the pan, then remove and cool completely before frosting.
- Using an electric mixer on medium speed, combine cream cheese, butter, vanilla, and heavy cream.
- Gradually add powdered sugar, one cup at a time, mixing between each addition.
- Beat on medium speed until smooth.
- Pipe or spread frosting onto cooled cupcakes and optionally sprinkle with cocoa powder.Â
For Guinness Cupcakes:
 for Cream Cheese Frosting:
Notes
- Slow Simmer: Simmer Guinness and butter over medium heat to prevent burning and achieve a smooth blend with cocoa powder.
Cool Mixture: Allow the chocolate mixture to cool slightly before adding to the eggs to avoid curdling and ensure a smooth batter.
Avoid Overmixing: Mix the batter just until combined to keep the cupcakes light and fluffy; overmixing can make them dense.