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Chocolate Strawberry Jam Cupcakes

Deliciously rich chocolate cupcakes filled with strawberry jam, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cupcake Base
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
Fillings and Toppings
  • 1 cup strawberry jam
  • 1 cup frosting (chocolate or vanilla)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line your cupcake tin with liners.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Add the softened butter, eggs, milk, and vanilla extract. Beat with a hand mixer until smooth.
  4. Fill the cupcake liners about 2/3 full with the batter.
Baking
  1. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Filling and Topping
  1. Once the cupcakes are cooled, use a small knife to cut a hole in the center of each cupcake.
  2. Fill these holes with strawberry jam.
  3. Top with your choice of chocolate or vanilla frosting.

Notes

These cupcakes can be stored in an airtight container for up to three days. For a gluten-free version, substitute the all-purpose flour with a 1:1 gluten-free blend.