Name: Pistachio Hot Fudge Cupcakes
Total time: 240 min
Yield: 18 cupcakes
Ingredients: 1/2 cup unsalted butter, (melted); 1 cup granulated sugar; 2 large eggs; 1 1/2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 2 teaspoons vanilla extract; 2 ounces high-quality milk chocolate, (melted); 1/2 cup all-purpose flour; 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon baking soda; 2/3 cup chocolate chips/chunks; 2 pints pistachio gelato/ice cream, (you probably won’t need ALL of this… but have some extra); 1/2 cup unsalted butter, (softened); 8 ounces cream cheese, (softened); 2 1/2 cups powdered sugar; 2 teaspoons vanilla extract; 1 to 2 tablespoons milk, (if needed); hot fudge; crushed pistachios, (roasted/salted is fine – your preference); sprinkles; cherries