These cream-filled white chocolate cupcakes are a heavenly treat for all dessert lovers. The moist white chocolate cupcakes are filled with a delicious cream filling that adds an extra layer of sweetness and creaminess to each bite. Perfect for special occasions or a sweet indulgence anytime.
Ingredients
- 1 cup white chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a heatproof bowl, melt the white chocolate chips in the microwave in 30-second intervals until smooth. Set aside to cool.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, combine the flour and baking powder. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk. Mix until just combined.
- Fold in the melted white chocolate until evenly incorporated. Fill each cupcake liner 2/3 full with the batter.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow cupcakes to cool completely.
- In a mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream and powdered sugar until stiff peaks form. Transfer the cream filling to a piping bag.
- Using a sharp knife, cut a small hole in the top of each cupcake. Fill the hole with the cream filling until it reaches the top.
- Serve and enjoy the cream-filled white chocolate cupcakes!
Interesting Facts
White chocolate is not technically chocolate as it does not contain cocoa solids.
Cream-filled cupcakes are a popular American dessert often enjoyed at parties and celebrations.