Chocolate Raspberry Lava Cupcakes (Printer-Friendly Version)

Rich chocolate cupcakes with a gooey raspberry center and a dusting of powdered sugar.

# What You'll Need:

→ Chocolate Mixture

01 - 6 ounces semi-sweet chocolate chips
02 - 6 tablespoons unsalted butter

→ Egg Mixture

03 - 2 large eggs
04 - 2 large egg yolks
05 - 1/4 cup granulated sugar

→ Dry Ingredients

06 - 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

→ Fruit

07 - 1/2 cup fresh raspberries
08 - Additional fresh raspberries for garnish (optional)

→ Finishing

09 - Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)

# Steps to Follow:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Grease and flour six muffin cups to prevent sticking.
02 - In a heatproof bowl set above simmering water or in a microwave, melt semi-sweet chocolate chips with unsalted butter, stirring until smooth. Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly.
03 - Whisk together eggs, egg yolks, and granulated sugar in a separate bowl until pale and slightly thickened. Gradually incorporate the melted chocolate mixture, blending thoroughly.
04 - Gently fold in all-purpose flour until just mixed. Carefully fold in fresh raspberries, taking care to preserve their shape.
05 - Evenly divide the batter between the prepared muffin cups, filling each approximately two-thirds full.
06 - Bake cupcakes for 12–15 minutes, or until edges are set but centers remain slightly soft. Allow to cool in the tin for two minutes before inverting onto a serving plate.
07 - Dust with powdered sugar and garnish with additional fresh raspberries if desired. Serve immediately to enjoy the molten center.

# Additional Tips:

01 - For best results, do not overmix the batter to maintain a molten center.