Strawberry and Rose Cupcakes
December 7, 2024
Chocolate and Cream Cupcakes
December 7, 2024Difficulty
Easy / Beginner
Prep time
25 minutes
Cooking time
25 minutes
Makes
12 servings
Description
This pear and chocolate chunk muffins recipe has a unique blend of flavors. The sweetness of chocolate and pear together makes it perfect for breakfast and can be enjoyed as a snack or dessert.
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (160° fan)/ 350 F/ gas 4 and oil a 12-hole silicone muffin tin.
- Beat the egg in a jug with the oil and milk until well mixed.
- Mix the flour, baking powder, sugar, chocolate and chopped pear in a bowl, then pour in the egg mixture and stir just enough to combine.
- Divide the mixture between the moulds, then bake in the oven for 20-25 minutes.
- Test with a wooden toothpick, if it comes out clean, the muffins are done.
- Transfer the muffins to a wire rack and leave to cool completely before topping the muffins with a slice of pear.
Ingredients
- 1 large egg
- 120ml/ 4fl. oz/ 1/2 cup sunflower oil
- 120ml/ 4fl. oz/ 1/2 cup milk
- 375g/ 12 1/2 oz/ 2 1/2 cups self-raising flour, sifted
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 200g/ 7oz/ 3/4 cup caster (superfine) sugar
- 110g/ 4oz/ 1/2 cup dark chocolate, minimum 60% cocoa solids, chopped
- 6 canned pear halves, chopped (To decorate)
- 2 canned pear halves, sliced (To decorate)
About me
At Crispy Crust Confections, we specialize in crafting delicious, high-quality desserts made with love and the finest ingredients. From cakes to cookies, each treat is baked fresh and designed to make your celebrations sweeter. Thank you for visiting, and we can't wait to share our passion for baking with you!