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Boston Cream Pie Cupcakes Recipe

Boston Cream Pie Cupcakes Recipe
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Indulge in these delightful Boston Cream Pie Cupcakes that offer a perfect combination of fluffy cake, creamy filling, and rich chocolate ganache. A miniaturized version of the classic dessert, these cupcakes are a sure crowd-pleaser for any occasion.

Ingredients

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For the cupcakes:

  • 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup whole milk

For the pastry cream filling:

  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • 2 large egg yolks
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the chocolate ganache topping:

  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 4 oz semi-sweet chocolate (chopped or chips)
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 12-cup muffin pan with cupcake liners.
  2. Prepare the cupcakes: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Cream the butter and sugar in a large bowl, then add eggs and vanilla. Alternate adding dry ingredients and milk to the batter. Divide batter into cupcake liners and bake for 18–20 minutes.
  3. Make the pastry cream: Heat milk in a saucepan, whisk together sugar, cornstarch, salt, and egg yolks. Slowly pour hot milk into the egg mixture, then cook until thickened. Remove from heat and add butter and vanilla. Chill in the refrigerator.
  4. Create the ganache: Heat cream until simmering, then pour over chocolate and butter. Stir until smooth.
  5. Assemble: Cut a hole in each cupcake, fill with pastry cream, replace tops, and spoon ganache over cupcakes. Let set before serving.

Notes

  • Use a piping bag for easier filling.
  • Chill cupcakes after filling if not serving immediately.
  • Best enjoyed the same day but can be refrigerated for up to 2 days.

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