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A close-up shot of the rich, dark chocolate batter being poured into a muffin tin, getting ready to become raspberry-filled chocolate cupcakes.

Molten Raspberry Chocolate Cupcakes (The Ultimate Gooey Recipe!)

An easy-to-follow recipe for decadent Molten Raspberry Chocolate Cupcakes. These individual lava cakes feature a rich chocolate cake with a gooey, warm raspberry-infused chocolate center, perfect for any special occasion.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 285

Ingredients
  

For the Raspberry Ganache Filling
  • 0.5 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 0.25 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tbsp seedless raspberry jam
For the Chocolate Cupcakes
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter cubed
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 2 large eggs room temperature
  • 2 large egg yolks room temperature
  • 0.25 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 0.125 tsp salt

Equipment

  • 1 Muffin Tin
  • 1 Electric mixer
  • 2 Mixing bowls

Method
 

For the Raspberry Ganache Filling
  1. In a small, microwave-safe bowl, combine 1/2 cup of semi-sweet chocolate chips with heavy cream.
  2. Microwave in 20-second bursts, stirring in between, until the chocolate is melted and the mixture is smooth.
  3. Stir in the seedless raspberry jam until it's fully incorporated.
  4. Cover the bowl and place it in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, or until the ganache is firm enough to scoop.
For the Chocolate Cupcakes
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease and flour a standard 12-cup muffin tin, or line with paper liners.
  2. In a medium saucepan over low heat, melt the unsalted butter and the remaining 1 cup of semi-sweet chocolate, stirring constantly until smooth. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
  3. In a separate large bowl, use an electric mixer to beat the eggs, egg yolks, and granulated sugar on high speed until pale and thick, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Gently fold the slightly cooled chocolate mixture into the egg mixture. Be careful not to overmix.
  5. Sift in the all-purpose flour and salt, folding just until no streaks of flour remain.
  6. Fill each muffin cup about halfway with the chocolate batter. Then, place a small scoop (about 1 teaspoon) of the chilled raspberry ganache into the center of each cupcake. Top with the remaining batter, ensuring the ganache is fully covered.
  7. Bake for 12-15 minutes. The edges of the cupcakes should be firm, but the centers will still look soft. This is the key to the molten core!
  8. Let the cupcakes cool in the tin for just 2-3 minutes before carefully running a knife around the edges and inverting them onto a serving plate. Serve immediately for the best lava flow.

Notes

Do not overbake the cupcakes; the center must remain soft for the molten 'lava' effect.
Serve warm with a dusting of powdered sugar or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for the ultimate dessert experience.