Page 41 - Cupcakes

GERMAN CHOCOLATE CUPCAKES

WITH CHOCOLATE SHAVINGS

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There is something so homey and at the same time so intoxicating about German
chocolate cake done right. These cupcakes stem from that classic cake. The
batter is enriched with sour cream and streaked with slivers of grated German’s
sweet chocolate. On top, what else? The traditional coconut and pecan frosting.
Tote these to the potluck and wait for the oohs and the aahs.

MAKES 22 TO 24 CUPCAKES (2½ INCHES EACH)
PREPARATION TIME: 30 MINUTES

BAKING TIME: 19 TO 22 MINUTES

ASSEMBLY TIME: 5 MINUTES

24 paper liners for cupcake pans (2½-inch size)
1 bar (4 ounces) German’s sweet chocolate

1 package (18.25 ounces) plain German chocolate cake mix (see “the Cupcake
Doctor says”)
1 package (3.4 ounces) vanilla instant pudding mix

1 cup sour cream
½ cup water

½ cup vegetable oil
4 large eggs

Coconut Pecan Frosting (page 346)

1. Place a rack in the center of the oven and preheat the oven to 350°F. Line 24