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Hi-Hat Cupcakes: Discover the Secrets to Perfecting Them!

Delicious Hi-Hat Cupcakes topped with fluffy marshmallow and coated in rich chocolate.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 large egg
  • ½ cup whole milk
  • ¼ cup vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ cup boiling water
For the Marshmallow Fluff:
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup light corn syrup
  • ¼ cup water
  • 2 large egg whites
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Chocolate Coating:
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a standard muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, combine the egg, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract.
  4. Mix the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until just combined.
  5. Gradually stir in the boiling water until the batter is smooth.
  6. Fill each cupcake liner about 2/3 full with batter.
  7. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  8. Allow cupcakes to cool completely on a wire rack.
  9. For the marshmallow fluff, combine sugar, corn syrup, and water in a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir until the sugar dissolves and the mixture comes to a boil.
  10. In a separate bowl, beat the egg whites until soft peaks form.
  11. Once the sugar mixture reaches 240°F (115°C), slowly pour it into the egg whites while continuing to beat.
  12. Add vanilla extract and beat until the mixture is thick and glossy.
  13. Once the cupcakes are cool, pipe a generous amount of marshmallow fluff on top of each cupcake.
  14. Refrigerate for about 30 minutes to set the fluff.
  15. For the chocolate coating, melt the chocolate chips and vegetable oil together in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring in between until smooth.
  16. Dip each cupcake into the melted chocolate, ensuring the marshmallow fluff is completely covered.
  17. Place back on the wire rack to set.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupcakeCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20g

Notes

  • Try adding a pinch of sea salt to the chocolate coating for a salted chocolate flavor.
  • Use flavored extracts, such as almond or peppermint, in the marshmallow fluff for a unique twist.

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