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Sticky Toffee Cupcakes with Chocolate Topping

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These indulgent cupcakes bring the rich flavors of sticky toffee pudding with the added decadence of a luscious chocolate topping. Perfect for a treat or special occasion.

Ingredients

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For the Cupcakes:

  • 30g sultanas
  • 30g dried apricots
  • 30g dates
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 140g self-raising flour
  • 30g muscovado sugar
  • 1 tablespoon golden syrup
  • 1 large free-range egg
  • 30g melted butter
  • 140ml hot water

For the Chocolate Topping:

  • 40g butter
  • 40g caster sugar
  • 40g quality dark chocolate (70% cocoa solids)
  • 70ml double cream

Instructions

  • Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 200°C/400°F/gas mark 6.
  • Prepare the Fruit Mixture:
    • If using a food processor: Blitz the sultanas, dried apricots, dates, baking powder, and a small amount of flour (just enough to prevent sticking) until finely chopped.
    • If not using a food processor: Finely chop the dried fruit and mix with the baking powder and a little flour.
  • Mix the Cupcake Batter:
    • In a large bowl, combine the chopped fruit mixture with muscovado sugar, golden syrup, egg, and melted butter.
    • Add the very hot water and remaining flour, and mix well with a whisk until smooth.
  • Bake:
    • Line a 12-cupcake tray with cupcake papers (doubling up on the papers can provide extra support).
    • Divide the batter evenly between the cupcake papers.
    • Bake in the preheated oven for about 15 minutes, or until a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Prepare the Chocolate Topping:
    • While the cupcakes are baking, melt the butter, caster sugar, and dark chocolate in a saucepan over low heat, stirring continuously.
    • Once melted and combined, add the double cream and continue to cook for a few minutes until the sauce darkens slightly.
    • Remove from heat and allow the sauce to cool and thicken.
  • Top the Cupcakes:
    • Once the cupcakes are cooled, place a dollop of the thickened chocolate topping on each cupcake.

Notes

  • Serve slightly warm or at room temperature for the best flavor combination.
  • Feel free to adjust the level of sweetness in the topping by using a darker chocolate for a more intense flavor.

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