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Cream-Filled Chocolate Cupcakes

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Delight in these rich chocolate cupcakes filled with a creamy goodness, perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 cup boiling water
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • Chocolate ganache (optional, for topping)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Whisk them together until evenly mixed.
  3. Add the eggs, whole milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the dry mixture. Mix until smooth.
  4. Carefully stir in the boiling water.
  5. Fill each cupcake liner about 2/3 full with batter.
  6. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool completely.
  7. While cooling, beat the softened cream cheese with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until smooth.
  8. In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream with sugar until medium peaks form. Gently fold this into the cream cheese mixture.
  9. Once cooled, cut a hole in the center of each cupcake and fill with the cream mixture.
  10. Top with optional chocolate ganache if desired.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. Best served at room temperature.

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