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Cream-Filled Cupcakes Recipe

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Hi, all! Anne Carter is here for another delicious recipe on Beyond The Bayou Blog. Get ready to enjoy some Cream-Filled Cupcakes!

These little treats are a perfect blend of moist, fluffy cake filled with luscious pastry cream and topped with a luxurious chocolate ganache.

Each bite is a heavenly experience that will leave you craving for more. Whether you’re treating yourself or sharing with loved ones, these cupcakes are sure to be a hit at any gathering.

So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to embark on a journey of sweet satisfaction!

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Overview How To Make Cream Filled Cupcakes

Cream Filled Cupcakes Recipe

These Boston Cream Pie Cupcakes are to die for! Moist vanilla cake, pastry cream filling and a beautiful chocolate ganache topping make this one tasty cupcake you’ll definitely want to sink your teeth into.
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Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 35 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Calories: 364kcal
Author: Anne Carter
Servings: 12

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowls
  • Measuring Cups
  • Whisk
  • Spatula

Ingredients

VANILLA CUPCAKES

  • 6 tbsp 84g, unsalted butter, room temperature (I use Challenge Butter)
  • 3/4 cups 155g sugar
  • 6 tbsp 86g sour cream, room temperature
  • 2 tsp 10ml vanilla extract
  • 3 large egg whites room temperature
  • 1 1/4 cups 163g all purpose flour
  • 2 tsp 8g baking powder
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • 6 tbsp 90ml milk, room temperature
  • 2 tbsp 30ml water, room temperature

PASTRY CREAM FILLING

  • 2 egg yolks
  • 6 tbsp 78g sugar
  • 1 1/2 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1 cup + 2 tbsp 270ml milk
  • 1 tbsp 14g salted butter
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

CHOCOLATE GANACHE

  • 12 oz 338g semi sweet chocolate chips
  • 2 tbsp 30ml light corn syrup
  • 3/4 cup + 2 tbsp 210ml heavy whipping cream

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (176°C) and line cupcake pan with liners.
  • Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  • Mix in sour cream and vanilla extract.
  • Add egg whites gradually, mixing well after each addition.
  • Combine dry ingredients; mix milk and water in a separate cup.
  • Alternate adding dry ingredients and milk mixture to batter, mixing well.
  • Fill cupcake liners halfway and bake for 15-17 minutes.
  • Cool cupcakes on rack; prepare pastry cream by cooking ingredients until thickened.
  • Fill cupcakes with cooled pastry cream.
  • Make ganache by melting chocolate with cream; chill until firm.
  • Core cupcakes; fill centers with pastry cream.
  • Top with ganache, refrigerate until serving, and enjoy within 3-4 days.

Nutrition

Calories: 364kcal | Carbohydrates: 46.2g | Protein: 5.6g | Cholesterol: 58.3mg | Sodium: 82.5mg
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