Chilli Choc Cupcakes

Hey everyone, An unusual combination but tastes fantastic. These cupcakes are great for the chilli fans who walk amongst us. Their actually quite mild so
if you like it a little more spicy add one more teaspoon of chilli. Give it a go :)

Makes: 12
Ingredients:
*2 small fresh chillies or 1 teaspoon dry red chilli flakes.
* 3 eggs
*200g of butter
*1 cup caster sugar
*1/2 cup milk
*1 1/2 cups SR flour
*1 teaspoon vanilla extract
*100g dark chocolate pieces
* 1 tablespoon cocoa powder

Topping:
*100g dark chocolate
*20g butter
*1/3 cup thickened cream

Method:
1. preheat the oven to 160'c. Line a 12 hole cupcake tray with cupcake cases. Remove the seeds from chillies, then place the chillies ( or dry chilli flakes) in a cup with 1/4 cup of hot water (not boiling) to soak for 10 minutes. In a medium sized bowl , lightly beat the eggs. Add butter and sugar , mix until light and fluffy.
2. Add milk, flour and vanilla, stir to combine.Add the dark chocolate cocoa powder and 1/2 the chilli water and combine. Beat with an electric mixer for 2 minutes until light and creamy.
3. Divide the mixture between the cupcake cases and bake for 18-20 minutes until risen and firm to touch. Allow to cool completely before icing.

Topping:
1. Combine the chocolate and butter in a medium sized saucepan over a medium heat. As the mixture begins to melt , reduce heat to low, stirring constantly, until melted.
2. Remove from heat, add cream, remaining chilli water and stir. Rest for 10 minutes: the mixture will be firm and velvety in consistency. You can either just spread the icing on with a knife like i did or you can use a piping bag. You could also put a chilli on top for decoration if you prefer.
Happy Cupcaking :)