Let’s just go ahead and let the Hot Fudge Sundae Cupcakes do the talking…
Yes. I am thoroughly satisfied with myself.
Soft and light vanilla cupcakes. Glossy chocolate ganache. Slightly sweetened whipped cream. Slivered almonds. Jimmies. Cherry on top.
I love life.
Hot Fudge Sundae Cupcakes
Vanilla Cupcakes:
from The Hummingbird Bakery Cookbook
makes 12 cupcakes
1 cup all-purpose flour
a scant 3/4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
pinch of salt
3 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature
1/2 cup whole milk
1 egg
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
Put the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda and butter into the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment, or use a handheld beater and beat on slow speed until the mixture is a sandy consistency and everything is combined. Gradually pour in half of the milk and beat until the milk is just incorporated.
Whisk the egg, vanilla and remaining milk together in a separate bowl for a few seconds, then pour into the flour mixture and continue beating until just incorporated. Scrape any unmixed ingredients from the side or the bottom of the bowl with a rubber spatula. Continue mixing until the batter is smooth. Just a few minutes. Do not overmix.
Spoon the batter into paper lined muffin tins, dividing between the 12 cups. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until light golden and a skewer inserted in the center comes out clean. Let the cupcakes cool slightly in the pan, then turn them out onto a wire rack to cool completely before frosting.
Chocolate Ganache:
3/4 cup mini semisweet chocolate chips (I used chocolate chunks)
1/4 cup heavy cream
Put chocolate chips in a small bowl. Bring cream to a simmer in a small heavy saucepan. Pour cream evenly over chocolate. Let stand for one minute to soften, then stir until smooth. If frosting is too loose to spread, let it sit at room temperature for 10 to 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, frosting will continue to thicken as it stands.
Top vanilla cupcakes with chocolate ganache, slightly sweetened whipped cream, slivered almonds and a cherry.
Serve immediately.
Danielle
Yet another amazing treat!
Agatha Blue*
I came by chance to your page and I was delighted.
The recipes are very good and wonderful photographs.
Thanks for sharing your culinary expertise!
If I dare to have a recipe you’ll know.
Un abrazo,
Agatha Blue *
P.D. Excuse my English … is translated with Google Translator … Another hug!
Suzy
yum! I love how you can put anything you want on them! :)
steph (whisk/spoon)
what littel cuties! those are so fun!!
Carly
Seriously? Seriously?!
Kim
These are just adorable! Great for adult and kids parties:D
Sandy
i love your hot fudge post before this… I wasn’t convinced at first that hot fudge is the answer to all questions, but now i’m a believer!!!! This hot fudge sundae cupcake is so divine!!! =) love love love your blog =)
The Cooking Ninja
My 3 yr old would love to have a cupcake party making the toppings herself. Thanks for giving me ideas. :)
Kirstin
So cute and simple! These would be great for a cupcake party.
Monica H
You should be satisfied, these are gorgeous! I’ve been craving hot fudge too. yum!
Nastassia Johnson
Oh my yum! This recipe is genius and speaks to my heart!
Jen-
JOY! I have a question for you!!! I have two sons, no girls. But we have four girls in our congregation. So, since my sweet boys won’t wear pink, dresses, ribbons in their hair, etc. I have decided to have a Pink Pajama Party! Saturday they are coming to my house and we’re eating pink cupcakes, drinking pink lemon aid and pink milk, and doing mani-pedis and other fun girly things.
Sooo, Oh Diva of The Bakery! What cupcake do YOU recommend!?!? Any cupcake could have pink-tinted frosting. But I need something that will be scrumptious where I won’t be left with a couple dozen left-overs to add to my tummy. ;)
TIA and LOVE your blog and these cutie-patootie cuppy cakes! So sweet.
Btw…you are invited too. It’s 12:30-4:30 on Saturday. I live in Texas, book your flight early. *wink*
Katy
These look delicious! And I love that you said “jimmies” and not “sprinkles”! :)
Anna
That is such a great idea! I will definitely be stealing it in the future :) Banana bread cupcakes would make this a banana split!
Rhubarb and Venison
OMG *drool*