Eggless Chocolate Cupcakes with Ganache

Rich, deeply chocolatey, and topped with a glossy ganache that sets into something almost fudge-like — these cupcakes are the kind of thing people reach for twice before they realize what happened. The batter comes together with pantry staples like cocoa powder, neutral oil, and a splash of white vinegar, which reacts with the baking soda to give each cupcake a beautifully tender, springy crumb without a single egg in sight. Hot water stirred in at the end keeps the batter silky and ensures that deep chocolate flavor blooms all the way through. The ganache is just three ingredients — chopped semi-sweet chocolate, heavy cream, and a little softened butter — stirred together into something impossibly smooth and shiny. A pinch of flaky sea salt on top is optional, but it makes the whole thing taste like it came from a proper bakery. This batch makes 12, so there's plenty to share, though you may not want to. Whether you're baking for someone who avoids eggs or just want a foolproof chocolate cupcake that delivers every single time, this one earns a permanent spot in your rotation.

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