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Boston Cream Pie Cupcakes

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Boston cream pie cupcakes are delightful mini versions of the beloved dessert, featuring fluffy vanilla cake filled with rich chocolate ganache and topped with creamy frosting. Perfect for any celebration or a sweet treat to indulge in, these bite-sized delights evoke nostalgia with every mouthful. Their adorable size and customizable toppings make them a hit at parties while being easy to prepare in your own kitchen.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup whole milk
  • 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream (for ganache)
  • 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips (for ganache)
  • 2 cups powdered sugar (for frosting)
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder (for frosting)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, beat softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add eggs one at a time along with vanilla extract; mix until smooth.
  5. Gradually combine dry ingredients with the wet mixture, alternating with milk.
  6. Fill liners two-thirds full and bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool completely.
  7. For the ganache, heat heavy cream until simmering; pour over chocolate chips and stir until smooth.
  8. Hollow out cooled cupcakes and fill generously with ganache.
  9. To make frosting, beat butter with powdered sugar and cocoa powder; add milk gradually until desired consistency is reached.
  10. Frost each cupcake and enjoy!

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