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Chocolate Strawberry Jam Cupcakes

Chocolate Strawberry Jam Cupcakes

These Chocolate Strawberry Jam Cupcakes offer a delectably sweet and moist treat, combining rich chocolate flavor with fruity strawberry jam centers. Perfect for any occasion, these cupcakes provide a harmonious blend of chocolatey indulgence and fresh fruitiness in every bite. Simple to make with household ingredients, they’re loved by both kids and adults alike and can be easily customized to suit preferences or dietary needs.

  • Total Time: 35-40 minutes
  • Yield: 12 cupcakes 1x

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup granulated sugar

Wet Ingredients

  • 2 large eggs (room temperature)
  • ¾ cup milk (room temperature)
  • ⅓ cup vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Filling and Optional Additions

  • About 12 teaspoons strawberry jam (approx. 1 teaspoon per cupcake)
  • Optional: ½ cup chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Preheat and prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with cupcake liners for even baking and easy removal.
  2. Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar to evenly distribute the leavening agents and prevent clumping.
  3. Combine wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until smooth to add richness and moisture to the cupcakes.
  4. Blend wet and dry ingredients: Gradually add the dry mixture into the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the cupcakes light and fluffy.
  5. Fill cupcake liners: Spoon or scoop batter halfway into each liner, add about a teaspoon of strawberry jam in the center, then cover with a little more batter so the jam is fully enclosed.
  6. Bake to perfection: Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let cupcakes cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • Use room temperature ingredients for even mixing and smooth batter.
  • Do not skip sifting dry ingredients for a light cupcake texture.
  • Measure flour by spooning and leveling, not scooping directly to prevent dense cupcakes.
  • Add jam in the center to ensure bursts of fruity flavor with every bite.
  • Test doneness early with a toothpick to avoid overbaking and dryness.
  • Author: Lina
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 18-22 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free (if using gluten-free flour blend; otherwise not gluten-free)

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cupcake
  • Calories: 220 kcal
  • Sugar: 20 g
  • Sodium: 150 mg
  • Fat: 10 g
  • Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 30 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Protein: 3 g
  • Cholesterol: 40 mg

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