Easter Chocolate Cupcakes with Coconut Frosting and Chocolate Filling

Easter Chocolate Cupcakes with Coconut Frosting and Chocolate Filling

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Make these festive Easter cupcakes with rich chocolate, ganache filling, and coconut cream cheese frosting. Perfect for holiday gatherings with a fun surprise inside!

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  • Piping bag
  • Hand mixer
  • Muffin tin
  • Cooling rack
  • Cupcake liner
  • Saucepan
  • Cutting board
  • Chef's knife
  • Paring knife
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Spoon
  • Measuring cup
  • Measuring spoon
  • Toothpick
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator

Ingredients

  • 1 cup (125g) all-purpose flour (spooned & leveled)
  • 1/2 cup (42g) unsweetened natural cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/3 cup (80ml) vegetable oil
  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg, at room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) buttermilk, at room temperature
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) hot coffee or hot water
  • 4 ounces (113g) semi-sweet chocolate, finely chopped
  • 2/3 cup (160ml) heavy cream
  • 8 ounces (226g) full-fat brick cream cheese, softened to room temperature
  • 1/2 cup (8 Tbsp; 113g) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
  • 2 and 3/4 cups (330g) confectioners' sugar
  • 3/4 teaspoon coconut extract
  • Salt, to taste
  • 1 cup (100g) sweetened shredded/flaked coconut, for topping
  • Candy-coated chocolate eggs, for garnish

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