Chocolate Pomegranate Cupcakes

Directions

1. 1
   Combine flour, cocoa, baking powder and salt in bowl.
2. 2
   Set aside.
3. 3
   Combine 1/4 cup butter and sugar in bowl; beat at medium speed until light and fluffy.
4. 4
   Add eggs and vanilla; continue beating until well mixed.
5. 5
   Add half of flour mixture; beat at low speed until well mixed.
6. 6
   Add pomegranate juice; continue beating until well mixed.
7. 7
   Add remaining half of flour mixture.
8. 8
   Beat until smooth.
9. 9
   Divide batter evenly among prepared muffin cups.
10. 10
    Bake 22-25 minutes or until top is set and toothpick inserted into center comes out clean.
11. 11
    Cool 5 minutes in pan; remove to cooling rack.
12. 12
    Cool completely.
13. 13
    Combine white chocolate and whipping cream in small saucepan; cook over low heat until chocolate is melted and mixture is smooth.
14. 14
    Pour mixture into bowl; cool completely.