delicious chocolate cupcakes that are perfect for any special occasion.

As soon as I spotted the chocolate cupcakes with German frosting in the bakery window, I had to buy them. I love everything about them- the rich chocolate flavor, the fluffy textures, and the gorgeous golden brown frosting.

I was so excited to try them when I got home. I popped one of the cakes in my mouth and was instantly transported to my home country. The chocolate was rich and velvety, the frosting was smooth and fluffy, and the entire cake was flavorfully decadent.

I could have eaten dozens of these cupcakes, but I knew there was one more place I had to go. I headed to the bakery next door and ordered another batch of chocolate cupcakes, this time with German chocolate frosting.

There’s something about the combination of chocolate and German that just makes my heart race. I can’t get enough of these delicious cupcakes, and I hope you’ll enjoy them as much as I do.

FAQ for German Chocolate Cupcakes

First of all, what are German Chocolate Cupcakes?

German Chocolate Cupcakes are a type of chocolate cake that is made with chocolate chips and brewed coffee. They are commonly topped with whipped cream and chocolate decorations.

Do I really need to make them from scratch?

No, you can buy German Chocolate Cupcakes from a store or bakery. However, if you make them from scratch, they will be more flavorful and will contain more chocolate.

How do I make German Chocolate Cupcakes?

To make German Chocolate Cupcakes, you will need: 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, at room temperature
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cups sugar
2 large eggs
1/2 cup brewed coffee
1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, at room temperature
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cups sugar
2 large eggs
1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, at room temperature
1 1/2 cups Dutch-processed cocoa powder
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cups sugar
2 large eggs
1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, at room temperature
3/4 cup Dutch-processed cocoa powder
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cups sugar
2 large eggs
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips
Whipped Cream:

1/2 cup heavy cream
1/4 cup powdered sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line a cupcake pan with liners.

2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

3. In another medium bowl, cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in the coffee, then stir in the flour mixture until just blended. Stir in the cocoa and melted butter until the ingredients are blended.

4. Add the chocolate chips and bananas, and mix until evenly distributed.

5. Fill the cupcake cases two-thirds full with the batter. Bake for 18 to 20 minutes, until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean.

6. Remove the cupcakes from the oven and let cool slightly.

7. To make the whipped cream, whip the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract together until soft peaks form.

8. To assemble the cupcakes, top each semifreddo cupcake with a dollop of whipped cream and another round of chocolate chips.