A Delicious Twist on a Classic Dessert
Are you looking for a creative and delicious dessert that’s perfect for any occasion? Look no further than Boston Cream Pie Cupcakes! These moist and flavorful cupcakes are filled with a rich and creamy vanilla pudding, topped with a decadent chocolate ganache, and finished with a sprinkle of powdered sugar.
The Perfect Cupcake Base
The yellow cake mix provides a convenient and delicious base for the cupcakes. You can also use your favorite vanilla cupcake recipe if you prefer. The key is to create a moist and flavorful cupcake that will hold up to the rich filling and topping.
A Creamy and Dreamy Filling
The instant vanilla pudding mix makes it easy to create a creamy and dreamy filling. Simply mix the pudding mix with cold milk, and you’ll have a delicious and smooth filling that’s perfect for the cupcakes.
A Rich and Decadent Ganache Topping
The semi-sweet chocolate chips and heavy cream come together to create a rich and decadent ganache topping. This topping adds a luxurious and indulgent touch to the cupcakes, making them perfect for special occasions or as a treat any time of the year.
Ingredients:
For the Cupcakes:
- 1 box yellow cake mix (or your favorite vanilla cupcake recipe)
- Ingredients as per box instructions (eggs, oil, water)
For the Filling:
- 1 package (3.4 oz) instant vanilla pudding mix
- 1 ½ cups cold milk
For the Ganache Topping:
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- ½ cup heavy cream
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). Line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- Prepare the cupcake batter according to the box instructions or your favorite vanilla cupcake recipe.
- Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners.
- Bake the cupcakes for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cupcakes to cool completely.
- Prepare the filling by mixing the instant vanilla pudding mix with cold milk.
- Use a small knife or a cupcake corer to create a hole in the center of each cupcake.
- Fill the hole with the vanilla pudding mixture.
- Prepare the ganache topping by heating the heavy cream in a saucepan over medium heat.
- Remove the cream from the heat and pour it over the semi-sweet chocolate chips.
- Let the mixture sit for 1-2 minutes, then stir until smooth.
- Top each cupcake with a dollop of ganache and a sprinkle of powdered sugar.
Tips and Variations:
- To make the cupcakes more decadent, you can add a sprinkle of sea salt or a drizzle of caramel sauce on top.
- You can also try using different flavors of pudding mix, such as chocolate or strawberry, for a unique twist.
- For a lighter topping, you can use whipped cream instead of ganache.