Soft & Moist Steamed Chocolate Christmas Cupcakes (Foolproof, No Oven Needed) #12

These steamed chocolate Christmas cupcakes are incredibly easy to make and perfect for beginners. Since they are made using a steaming method, there is no need for an oven, and the risk of burning or drying out the cupcakes is almost zero. This makes the recipe reliable and consistent, even when prepared in a simple home kitchen with basic equipment.

Steaming helps the cupcake batter stay moist, cook evenly, and results in a soft, tender texture. Flavor-wise, these chocolate Christmas cupcakes have a well-balanced taste, mildly sweet with a light chocolate aroma, making them enjoyable without being too rich or overwhelming, even when eaten more than once.

What makes these cupcakes even more special is their festive look. Decorated to resemble Christmas trees, they are perfect for a holiday dessert table, simple Christmas gift hampers, or a sweet treat to enjoy with family gatherings. With easy-to-find ingredients and practical steps, this steamed Christmas cupcake recipe is a stress-free way to add something homemade and special to your holiday celebration.

Ingredients

• 5 eggs
• 150 gr granulated sugar
• 1/2 tsp cake emulsifier (SP)
• 140 gr all-purpose flour
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 10 gr dark cooking chocolate
• 10 gr butter
• 30 gr cocoa powder
• 1 tsp vanilla essence

Topping Ingredients

• 200 ml liquid whipping cream
• 200 gr cream cheese
• 75 gr powdered sugar
• 4 drops pandan paste

Instructions

Making the cake batter

1. Crack 5 eggs into a bowl.
2. Add 1/2 tsp cake emulsifier (SP), 1 tsp vanilla essence, and 150 gr granulated sugar, then beat until the mixture turns pale and fluffy.
3. Add 140 gr all-purpose flour and 30 gr cocoa powder that have been sifted beforehand.
4. Beat again on low speed until all ingredients are well combined.
5. Add 10 gr melted butter and 10 gr dark cooking chocolate, then mix until evenly incorporated.

Filling and steaming

6. Transfer the batter into a piping bag for easier filling.
7. Pipe the batter into each cupcake liner, about 47 gr batter per cup.
8. Place the filled liners into a cupcake mold to keep the paper dry.
9. Steam in a preheated steamer for 25 minutes. Cover the lid with a cloth to prevent water from dripping onto the batter.
10. Once cooked, remove from the steamer and let cool at room temperature.

Making the cream topping

11. Pour 200 ml liquid whipping cream into a bowl and beat until thick.
12. Add 200 gr cream cheese and 75 gr powdered sugar, then beat until smooth and well combined.
13. Mix the whipped cream and cream cheese until evenly blended.
14. Set aside half of the cream mixture.
15. Add green food coloring to the remaining cream and mix until evenly colored.
16. Transfer the cream into a piping bag.

Filling and decorating

17. Make a hole in the center of each cupcake and fill with the white cream.
18. Pipe the green cream on top of the cupcakes until evenly covered.
19. Decorate with Christmas ornaments candy to resemble Christmas trees.
20. Merry Christmas.

If you are looking for a soft, moist, and foolproof steamed Christmas cupcake recipe without using an oven, this one is definitely worth trying at home. Feel free to share your experience or your cupcake results in the comments section, we would love to see your creations.

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