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Boston Cream Cupcakes: Indulgent Mini Custard-Filled Treats

Boston Cream Cupcakes – Mini Custard-Filled Treats

Delight in these Boston Cream Cupcakes that marry the classic flavors of Boston cream pie into mini, scrumptious treats filled with custard.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 cup vanilla pastry cream
  • 1/2 cup chocolate ganache

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with liners.
  2. In a bowl, mix together the dry ingredients.
  3. In another bowl, whisk the melted butter, eggs, and vanilla.
  4. Combine the wet and dry ingredients, then add the milk until smooth.
  5. Pour batter into liners and bake for 20 minutes.
  6. Allow cupcakes to cool, then fill with pastry cream.
  7. Top with chocolate ganache before serving.

Notes

  • For an extra kick, add a splash of coffee to the batter.
  • Make sure the pastry cream is chilled before filling the cupcakes.

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Keywords: Boston Cream Cupcakes, mini cupcakes, custard-filled desserts