Cream-Filled Chocolate Cupcakes – Rich, Moist, and Decadently Filled

These Cream-Filled Chocolate Cupcakes are an indulgent treat featuring moist, rich chocolate cupcakes filled with a luscious creamy center. Perfect for birthdays, celebrations, or any time you crave a decadent dessert, these cupcakes combine the best of chocolate and cream in every bite. Easy to bake and impressive to serve, they’re sure to delight family and friends alike.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Rich Chocolate Flavor – Deep cocoa in a moist, tender cupcake.
Creamy Filling – Smooth, sweet cream inside adds a delightful surprise.
Simple to Make – Basic ingredients and straightforward steps.
Perfect for Any Occasion – Great for parties, holidays, or everyday treats.

Ingredients

For the Cupcakes:

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• ¾ cup granulated sugar
• ⅓ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 tsp baking powder
• ½ tsp baking soda
• ¼ tsp salt
• ½ cup milk
• ⅓ cup vegetable oil
• 1 large egg
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

For the Cream Filling:

• ½ cup heavy cream
• 2 tbsp powdered sugar
• ½ tsp vanilla extract

For the Frosting (Optional):

• ½ cup butter, softened
• 1½ cups powdered sugar
• ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 2 tbsp milk
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

1. Preheat Oven & Prepare Pan
   Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with cupcake liners.
2. Make the Cupcake Batter
   In a large bowl, sift together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. In another bowl, whisk milk, oil, egg, and vanilla. Combine wet and dry ingredients until smooth.
3. Bake
   Divide batter evenly into liners and bake 18–20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool completely.
4. Prepare the Cream Filling
   Whip heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla until stiff peaks form.
5. Fill the Cupcakes
   Using a small knife or cupcake corer, remove the center of each cupcake. Fill the cavity with whipped cream.
6. Frost the Cupcakes (Optional)
   Beat butter, powdered sugar, cocoa, milk, and vanilla until smooth. Frost cupcakes as desired.

Nutritional Information

Calories: ~220
Protein: 3g
Fat: 10g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Sugar: 20g
Fiber: 2g

Tips for Success

• Don’t Overmix Batter – Mix just until combined for tender cupcakes.
• Chill Filling – Keep whipped cream chilled until filling to maintain texture.
• Use a Cupcake Corer or Spoon – For easy, clean cupcake centers.

Why This Recipe Works

The rich chocolate cupcake provides a moist base while the creamy filling adds a luscious surprise inside. The contrast of textures and flavors makes these cupcakes irresistible and perfect for any chocolate lover.

Cream-Filled Chocolate Cupcakes offer a simple yet elegant dessert that’s rich, moist, and packed with creamy goodness. Whether for a party or just a special treat, these cupcakes are sure to impress and satisfy every sweet craving.