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Hot Fudge Sundae Cupcakes

These Hot Fudge Sundae Cupcakes are fluffy strawberry cupcakes topped with sweet swirls of vanilla buttercream, homemade chocolate ganache, sprinkles, and a cherry on top!

Prep Time
1 hr
Total Time
1 hr
Servings: 24 cupcakes
Calories: 239 kcal
Course: Baked Goods
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 box strawberry cake with ingredients on box
For the frosting:
  • 1 ½ cups unsalted butter softened
  • 5 cups powdered sugar
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla bean paste
  • 3-4 Tablespoons milk
For the ganache:
  • 1 package milk chocolate morsels 12 ounce
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • Sprinkles optional
  • candy "cherry on top" optional

Instructions

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  1. Prepare strawberry cake according to package directions for 24 cupcakes. Cool completely on a wire rack before adding frosting.
  2. For the frosting, beat butter with an electric mixer for 3-5 minutes, until pale yellow and smooth. Add in powdered sugar, vanilla bean paste, and milk. Beat for an additional 3-5 minutes, until fluffy.
  3. Using a large ziploc bag, fill with the frosting. Snip off the corner and pipe onto each cupcake (pattern doesn't matter).
  4. For the ganache, place the chocolate and heavy cream in a glass bowl. Heat in microwave for 1 minute. Remove and stir until smooth. Cool 5 minutes, then spoon over the frosting.
  5. Add sprinkles and "cherry on top" immediately. ENJOY!

Notes

  • I also like to use a LARGE cookie scoop to portion out the cupcake batter. This 3 Tbsp scoop is usually perfect!
  • For today’s recipe you don’t need a special pastry bag and tips. I just used a large gallon sized ziploc bag, snipped off the corner, and piped big dollops onto each cupcake. Be generous…this is your “ice cream” layer…and everyone loves a double scoop, haha!

Nutrition Information

Calories 239kcal (12%) Carbohydrates 27g (9%) Protein 1g (2%) Fat 15g (23%) Saturated Fat 9g (45%) Polyunsaturated Fat 5g Cholesterol 41mg (14%) Sodium 21mg (1%) Sugar 26g (52%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 24cupcakes

Amount Per Serving

Calories 239

% Daily Value*

Calories 239kcal 12%
Carbohydrates 27g 9%
Protein 1g 2%
Fat 15g 23%
Saturated Fat 9g 45%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5g 29%
Cholesterol 41mg 14%
Sodium 21mg 1%
Sugar 26g 52%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.