Description
Boston cream pie cupcakes blend classic American dessert charm with individual-sized perfection. Creamy vanilla custard and silky chocolate glaze create a delightful mini indulgence you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup vanilla pudding
Baking Ingredients:
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Liquid Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup milk
Instructions
- Prepare the baking environment by heating the oven to 350F (175C) and arranging cupcake liners in a muffin tin.
- Sift together flour, baking powder, and salt in a medium mixing bowl, setting the dry blend aside for later incorporation.
- Using an electric mixer, cream butter and sugar until the mixture becomes airy and pale, creating a smooth base for the cupcakes.
- Incorporate eggs individually into the butter mixture, ensuring complete blending after each addition. Infuse vanilla extract for enhanced flavor profile.
- Alternate adding dry ingredients and milk to the butter mixture, gently folding to maintain a light texture. Mix until ingredients are just combined, avoiding overmixing.
- Carefully distribute batter evenly among cupcake liners, filling each approximately two-thirds full.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes, checking doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center – it should emerge clean and dry.
- Allow cupcakes to cool completely on a wire rack, creating a stable foundation for filling and topping.
- Carve a small circular cavity in the center of each cooled cupcake, creating a pocket for vanilla pudding filling.
- Prepare chocolate ganache by bringing heavy cream to a gentle simmer, then pouring over chocolate chips and allowing to rest for 5 minutes before stirring to silky smoothness.
- Generously drape ganache over each cupcake, permitting it to cascade elegantly down the sides.
- Optional: Crown each cupcake with a delicate swirl of whipped cream for an extra luxurious finish.
Notes
- Ensure butter and eggs are at room temperature for smoother, more evenly mixed batter that creates a softer cupcake texture.
- Use high-quality vanilla extract to enhance the overall flavor profile and provide a richer taste experience.
- When cutting the cupcake center for filling, use a small sharp knife or apple corer for precise and clean cuts without damaging the cupcake structure.
- For gluten-free version, substitute all-purpose flour with a 1:1 gluten-free baking blend to maintain the same delicate crumb and texture.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 293 kcal
- Sugar: 23 g
- Sodium: 86 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 29 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 64 mg