Description

Indulge in these rich and luxurious Chocolate Bonbons Mini-Cakes, perfect for any celebration or sweet craving. These bite-sized delights feature a moist chocolate cake center enrobed in smooth chocolate ganache and topped with a glossy finish.

Ingredients

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1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/4 tsp salt
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 cup whole milk
1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
1/2 cup heavy cream (for ganache)

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a mini muffin pan with paper liners or grease well.
In a bowl, sift together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
In another bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla extract.
Mix in sour cream and milk until combined.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet, mixing until just combined.
Fold in the chocolate chips.
Divide the batter evenly among the mini muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full.
Bake for 12-15 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Let cool completely before removing from the pan.
For the ganache, heat the heavy cream until just simmering, then pour over remaining chocolate chips. Let sit for 2 minutes, then stir until smooth.
Dip each mini-cake into the ganache or spoon it over the top. Let set before serving.

Notes

Store bonbons in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
You can add flavor extracts like mint or orange to the ganache for variation.
Decorate with sprinkles, nuts, or edible gold dust for an extra festive touch.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 mini-cake
Calories: 140
Sugar: 12g
Sodium: 55mg
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 17g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 25mg