The versatility of chocolate cupcakes knows no bounds. These delicious treats have a unique ability to fit perfectly into any moment of the day. Whether it’s the perfect addition to your morning cup of coffee, a great snack before or after lunch, a great dessert for afternoon tea or a sweet treat to end a hearty dinner, chocolate cupcakes are always a welcome treat. The recipe for these chocolate cupcakes gives the perfect combination of light, fluffy texture and rich chocolate flavor. Indeed, these cupcakes are a great addition to any event as they are a versatile food for everyone.
The chocolate cupcakes recipe uses sourdough starter discard, which makes it not only delicious, but also very useful for those working with sourdough starter and looking for a way to use sourdough discard in recipes.
So let’s try this recipe shall we? This is a great way to put your sourdough starter to good use and enjoy a baking result that is sure to please your taste buds. To make these chocolate cupcakes, you’ll need to gather a few ingredients. So the magic begins.
Ingredients
- 75 g semolina
- 95 g cornmeal
- 75 g cocoa powder
- 7 g baking powder
- 100 g brown sugar
- 4 g salt
- 75 ml milk
- 1 egg
- 75 g sourdough starter (active or discard)
- 50 ml vegetable oil
- 50 g chocolate chips (optional)
Instruction
- In a bowl, add all the dry ingredients: semolina, cornmeal, cocoa powder, baking powder, brown sugar, salt. Mix the ingredients well.
- Start adding the liquid ingredients: milk, egg, vegetable oil, sourdough starter. Combine the ingredients well. The dough may be a little runny, it is totally normal.
- Let the dough rest for about 30-45 minutes. This time will be enough for the semolina to absorb the liquid and make the dough sticky.
- Prepare a cupcake tin by greasing or lining it with parchment paper.
- Transfer the dough to the prepared cupcake pan. The dough should fill the mold by 2/3.
- Bake at 350°F for 30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- It is best to serve cupcakes with a cup of tea or coffee.
- You can place the cupcakes in a box and store in the refrigerator for up to a week.
- Bon appetite!
Creating delicious treats in the kitchen can be such a fulfilling experience. The aroma of fresh baked goods wafts through the air, what could be better. Whether you choose to enjoy this delicious cupcake as is or incorporate it into another delicious dessert recipe, the end result is sure to be fantastic. There’s something really special about treating yourself to homemade sweets, especially when you share them with loved ones. So, go ahead, unleash your inner baker and enjoy the joy of creating and savoring these delicious treats. Happy baking and enjoy sweet moments!
