Dark Chocolate Cupcakes with Red Wine Buttercream

Meaghan Pantoni
February 19, 2017
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A velvety cupcake topped with a rich and creamy buttercream frosting is always a treat. These DARK CHOCOLATE CUPCAKES WITH RED WINE BUTTERCREAM are the perfect dessert for sharing with your Valentine.

For The Cupcakes
1 box chocolate cake mix
¾ cup dry red wine, room temperature
3 eggs, room temperature
3 tbsp canola oil
½ cup dark chocolate nibs or chips, melted
For The Frosting
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
3 ½-4 cups powdered sugar
½ cup dry red wine
2 tbsp granulated sugar
To Make The Cupcakes In the bowl of a stand mixer, combine the cake mix, wine, egg, oil, and chocolate- just until evenly combined. Don\\\'t over-mix. Line cupcake pans with paper liners. Use a large scoop...
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Nutritions

Calories
4949

Sodium
206mg
8% DV

Fat
247g
380% DV

Protein
22g
45% DV

Carbs
547g
186% DV

Fiber
18g
75% DV