Chocolate Christmas Pudding Cupcake Recipe

Chocolate Christmas Pudding Cupcake Recipe

Festive spiced chocolate cupcakes with a brandy-spiked buttercream, dipped in dark chocolate to resemble Christmas puddings and finished with a white chocolate splat and sugar paste holly decorations.

  • Difficulty
    4 out of 5
  • Prep: 40 minutes
  • Cook: 20 minutes
  • Servings: 12 cupcakes
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Ingredients

CUPCAKES
120g Buttermilk
110ml Vegetable Oil
120ml Cold Coffee
1 Large Egg
140g Plain Flour
185g Caster Sugar
35g Cocoa Powder
1/2 tsp Bicarb
1/4 tsp Salt
1 tsp Ground Ginger
1/2 tsp Nutmeg
1/4 tsp Ground Cloves
Zest of 1 Small Orange

BUTTERCREAM
150g Soft Unsalted Butter
340g Icing Sugar
3-4 tbsp Brandy OR Orange Juice

DECORATION
100g Melted Dark Chocolate
20g Melted White Chocolate
Little Holly Leaf and Berry decorations

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Experience the best of both worlds with this inventive Chocolate Christmas Pudding Cupcake recipe! Rich, spiced chocolate sponge meets traditional festive flavours in cupcake form—a brilliant twist on a beloved classic. These beauties capture all the warmth and indulgence of Christmas pudding whilst being far easier to serve and enjoy. Topped with festive frosting and a sprinkle of magic, they're perfect for those who love seasonal spices combined with chocolate decadence. Ideal for holiday gatherings, afternoon tea, or simply treating yourself to something wonderfully festive. Your guests will be absolutely delighted by this creative take on a timeless favourite!