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Chocolate Raspberry Cups

Elegant mini chocolate cups filled with vanilla cream and topped with fresh raspberries, perfect for parties and special occasions.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 chocolate cups
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, French
Calories: 185
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Chocolate Cups
  • 12 oz dark or semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1 tbsp coconut oil optional, for easier spreading
Cream Filling
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 2 tbsp powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 4 oz cream cheese softened, optional for stability
Topping
  • 24-30 fresh raspberries
  • dark chocolate shavings optional for garnish
  • fresh mint leaves optional for garnish

Equipment

  • Muffin tin
  • Paper liners
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Pastry brush or spoon
  • Hand mixer or whisk

Method
 

  1. Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners, ensuring they sit smoothly against the tin.
  2. Melt chocolate chips with coconut oil in microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth and glossy.
  3. Using a pastry brush or spoon, coat the inside of each liner with a thin layer of melted chocolate, covering bottom and sides completely.
  4. Refrigerate for 10 minutes until the first layer hardens completely.
  5. Apply a second coat of chocolate over the first layer, ensuring no thin spots. Refrigerate for 20-30 minutes until completely set.
  6. Beat heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form. If using cream cheese, beat it smooth first, then fold in whipped cream.
  7. Carefully peel away paper liners from the set chocolate cups, working gently to avoid cracking.
  8. Pipe or spoon cream filling into each chocolate cup, filling about three-quarters full.
  9. Top each cup with 2-3 fresh raspberries, pressing gently into cream. Garnish with chocolate shavings or mint if desired.
  10. Keep refrigerated until serving. Best enjoyed within 24 hours but can be stored up to 3 days in airtight container.

Notes

For best results, use high-quality chocolate. The chocolate cups can be made up to a week ahead and stored in refrigerator. Fill just before serving for freshest results. Can substitute raspberries with strawberries, blackberries, or cherries.