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Boston Cream Pie Cupcakes

Boston Cream Pie Cupcakes: A Rich Twist on a Classic Delight

Boston Cream Pie Cupcakes are portable treats filled with vanilla pudding and topped with chocolate ganache, perfect for gatherings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cupcake Base
  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour or gluten-free flour blend
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder ensure it's fresh
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter room temperature
  • 1 cups granulated sugar can substitute with brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract preferably pure
  • 0.5 cups milk can use almond or oat milk
For the Creamy Filling
  • 1 package vanilla pudding store-bought or homemade
For the Chocolate Ganache
  • 0.5 cups heavy cream can substitute with coconut cream
  • 1 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips dark or milk chocolate optional

Equipment

  • Muffin tin
  • Mixing Bowls
  • electric mixer
  • sharp knife or cupcake corer
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Boston Cream Pie Cupcakes
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  2. Whisk together all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl.
  3. In a large bowl, beat unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (3-5 minutes).
  4. Incorporate eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  5. Stir in vanilla extract, then alternate adding the flour mixture and milk until just combined.
  6. Divide batter among cupcake liners, filling each about two-thirds full, and bake for 18-20 minutes.
  7. Let cupcakes cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. Cut out the center of each cupcake and fill with chilled vanilla pudding.
  9. Heat heavy cream until simmering, pour over chocolate chips, let sit for 5 minutes, then stir until smooth.
  10. Drizzle ganache over each cupcake and let set at room temperature before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupcakeCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4.5gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for best results. Avoid overmixing after adding flour.

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