I always love the abundance of cherry cordials at the store during the Christmas and Valentine’s seasons. My mom would always get the best ones from a local chocolate shop and they weren’t just the tiny size ones, as a child these were probably bigger than my palm and they were oh-so irresistible. The combination of cherry and chocolate is so romantic and celebratory. I love it so much, whether it’s candies, cupcakes, ice creams, or full cakes! It’s not a celebration without some chocolate cherries, in my opinion.
Cherry Cordial Chocolate Cupcakes
I thought it would be equally as decadent, if not more, in cupcake form and I’d have to say that assumption was spot on. These cupcakes are divine! They are perfect chocolatey decadence topped with all the flavors of a cherry cordial filling and generous chocolate glaze drizzle, because why not? Plus, you get to lick up the extra chocolate. And don’t forget the cherry on top! Growing up I’d always ask for a cherry on top of my ice cream when we’d go through the drive-through, some things never change because on occasion I’ll remember that and it just makes ice cream that much better. The visual of a cherry on top is just so bright and happy—everyone wants one! These chocolate cupcakes are one of my favorites. They are wonderfully chocolatey and the texture of their crumb is everything you look for in a chocolate cupcake – moist, soft, and tender, with just enough structure to hold a buttercream frosting. And that frosting, oh that frosting, you’re going to love it! Happy baking!
