Description
Enjoy the classic flavors of Boston Cream Pie in cupcake form! These delightful treats feature moist vanilla cupcakes filled with creamy vanilla pudding and topped with a rich chocolate ganache.
Ingredients
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For the Cupcakes
- Ingredients:
- 1 box yellow cake mix (or your favorite vanilla cupcake recipe)
- Ingredients as per box instructions (typically eggs, oil, and water)
For the Filling
- Ingredients:
- 1 package (3.4 oz) instant vanilla pudding mix
- 1 ½ cups cold milk
For the Ganache Topping
- Ingredients:
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- ½ cup heavy cream
Instructions
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Prepare the Cupcakes:
- Preheat your oven as directed on the cake mix box.
- Prepare the cupcake batter following the instructions on the box.
- Fill cupcake liners about 2/3 full with the batter.
- Bake as directed on the package, then allow the cupcakes to cool completely.
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Make the Filling:
- In a bowl, whisk together the instant vanilla pudding mix and cold milk until smooth and thickened.
- Once the cupcakes have cooled, use a small knife or cupcake corer to remove a small portion from the center of each cupcake.
- Fill each cupcake cavity with a spoon or piping bag loaded with the prepared pudding.
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Prepare the Ganache Topping:
- In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium heat until it begins to simmer (do not boil).
- Remove from heat and pour over the semi-sweet chocolate chips in a bowl.
- Let sit for 2-3 minutes, then stir until the mixture is smooth and glossy.
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Assemble the Cupcakes:
- Spoon or drizzle the chocolate ganache over the filled cupcakes.
- Allow the ganache to set slightly before serving.