Gooey Raspberry Chocolate Cupcakes (Print Version)

Rich chocolate cupcakes hide a warm, gooey raspberry center for an irresistible dessert treat.

# Ingredients:

→ Cupcake Base

01 - 1 cup granulated white sugar
02 - 4 ounces semisweet chocolate, finely chopped
03 - 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
04 - 2 large eggs
05 - 1/4 teaspoon table salt
06 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
07 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Raspberry Center

08 - 1/4 cup heavy cream
09 - 4 ounces semisweet chocolate, finely chopped
10 - 1/2 cup raspberry jam

# Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line muffin tin with paper liners.
02 - Combine softened butter and 4 ounces chopped semisweet chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring thoroughly after each burst, until melted and smooth.
03 - Blend granulated sugar into melted chocolate mixture until glossy.
04 - Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
05 - Sprinkle in the salt and flour. Gently fold until just combined, avoiding overmixing.
06 - Divide batter evenly among the prepared muffin liners.
07 - Gently heat raspberry jam in a small saucepan over low heat, stirring constantly until loosened and smooth. Remove from heat, add 4 ounces chopped semisweet chocolate, and stir until melted. Whisk in heavy cream until mixture is silky.
08 - Spoon a generous portion of raspberry chocolate filling over each cupcake batter portion.
09 - Place cupcakes in preheated oven and bake for 12 to 14 minutes, until the edges are set but centers remain soft and gooey.
10 - Allow cupcakes to rest in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to wire rack. Serve slightly warm for best texture.

# Notes:

01 - Avoid overbaking to preserve a molten center; check at the minimum baking time.