IRRESISTIBLE BOSTON CREAM PIE CUPCAKES
These irresistible Boston cream pie cupcakes feature fluffy vanilla cake filled with smooth pastry cream and topped with rich chocolate ganache. A fun twist on the classic dessert, perfect for parties or indulgent treats anytime.
Ingredients
For the Cupcakes:
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup milk
For the Pastry Cream Filling:
- 1 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 egg yolks
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
For the Chocolate Ganache:
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 4 oz semisweet chocolate chopped
Instructions
Make the Cupcakes:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with cupcake liners. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. In another bowl, cream butter and sugar until light. Add eggs and vanilla. Alternately mix in dry ingredients and milk. Divide batter evenly and bake for 18–20 minutes. Cool completely.
Make the Pastry Cream:
- In a saucepan, whisk milk, sugar, cornstarch, egg yolks, salt, and vanilla over medium heat until thick. Let cool, then chill.
Prepare the Ganache:
- Heat cream until just simmering, then pour over chopped chocolate. Let sit 1–2 minutes, then stir until smooth.
Assemble:
- Use a cupcake corer or knife to remove centers. Fill each cupcake with pastry cream. Top with a spoonful of chocolate ganache.
Notes
Make Ahead:
Pastry cream and ganache can be made a day ahead and stored in the fridge. Custom Flavors:
Add a touch of coffee or almond extract to the ganache for a twist. Serving Suggestions:
Serve chilled or slightly warm for a gooey center. Allergy-Friendly Options:
Use plant-based milk and egg substitutes for dairy-free or egg-free variations. Storage Tips:
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Pastry cream and ganache can be made a day ahead and stored in the fridge. Custom Flavors:
Add a touch of coffee or almond extract to the ganache for a twist. Serving Suggestions:
Serve chilled or slightly warm for a gooey center. Allergy-Friendly Options:
Use plant-based milk and egg substitutes for dairy-free or egg-free variations. Storage Tips:
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.