Decadent Dark Chocolate Dessert Cups Easy Raspberry Swirl

Instructions:

1. Melt the dark chocolate using a double boiler or microwave. Stir in shortening (if using) for extra shine.
2. Spoon melted chocolate into muffin tin liners, coating evenly.
3. Chill in the refrigerator until firm.
4. Carefully peel away liners to reveal chocolate cups.
5. Combine raspberries, sugar, and lemon juice in a small saucepan.
6. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until raspberries break down and sauce thickens.
7. Strain the sauce through a fine-mesh sieve to remove seeds. Let cool slightly.
8. In a mixing bowl, beat cream cheese and butter until smooth and creamy.
9. Gradually add powdered sugar and cocoa powder, mixing until combined.
10. Stir in vanilla extract and heavy cream until the filling is light and fluffy.
11. Spoon or pipe chocolate filling into the chocolate cups.
12. Drizzle raspberry swirl over the filling.
13. Use a toothpick or skewer to create a swirl pattern.
14. Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving.