John Canell, a baker, shares a recipe for the "ultimate" chocolate cupcakes on his show "Preppy Kitchen." The recipe includes a moist and fluffy cupcake made with all-purpose flour, sugar, cocoa powder, and buttermilk (or a buttermilk substitute made with milk and vinegar). The cupcakes are baked at 350°F for about 25 minutes.
The recipe also features a rich and creamy chocolate Swiss meringue buttercream frosting made with egg whites, granulated sugar, and a pound of room-temperature butter. The frosting is mixed with melted chocolate and whipped until smooth and creamy.
John decorates the cupcakes with a large open-star tip and a generous amount of frosting. He notes that the cupcakes are best served at room temperature, and the frosting can be made ahead of time and refrigerated.
Throughout the video, John shares tips and tricks, such as using high-quality cocoa powder, not overfilling the cupcake liners, and mixing the batter just until combined. He also discusses the importance of using room-temperature ingredients and not overmixing the frosting.
The video ends with John taking a bite of the cupcake and declaring it the perfect combination of chocolate flavors. He encourages viewers to try the recipe and shares a link to his German chocolate cake recipe, which he claims is "beyond amazing."
Here are the key facts extracted from the text:
1. The recipe is for the ultimate chocolate cupcake.
2. The ingredients include all-purpose flour, sugar, salt, baking soda, cocoa powder, milk, eggs, sour cream, vegetable oil, coffee, and vanilla.
3. The recipe makes about 16 to 18 cupcakes, depending on how they are filled.
4. The cupcakes are baked in a 350°F oven for about 25 minutes, or until the centers are springy and set.
5. The frosting is a Swiss meringue buttercream made with egg whites, sugar, and butter.
6. The chocolate for the frosting is melted over a double boiler and then cooled.
7. The frosting is mixed with the melted chocolate and then piped onto the cooled cupcakes.
8. The cupcakes can be decorated with a variety of toppings, including chocolate-covered espresso beans or a drizzle of chocolate.
9. The recipe uses metric measurements, with the exception of the butter, which is measured in cups.
10. The recipe is designed to make a moist and fluffy cupcake with a rich, chocolatey flavor.
11. The frosting is light and airy, with a smooth and creamy texture.
12. The recipe is versatile and can be adjusted to suit different tastes and preferences.