Delicious Filled Cupcakes with Rich Cocoa Frosting

These filled cupcakes are a delightful treat for any occasion. The moist cupcakes are filled with a creamy filling and topped with a rich cocoa frosting. Perfect for chocolate lovers and dessert enthusiasts alike.

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup water
• 1/3 cup vegetable oil
• 1 tablespoon white vinegar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1/4 cup powdered sugar
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. Add water, vegetable oil, vinegar, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix until well combined.
4. Fill each cupcake liner about 2/3 full with the batter.
5. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let cupcakes cool completely.
6. In a mixing bowl, beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, heavy cream, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
7. Fill a piping bag with the cream cheese mixture and fill each cupcake with the filling.
8. Prepare the cocoa frosting by mixing powdered sugar, cocoa powder, butter, and milk until smooth and creamy.
9. Frost the filled cupcakes with the cocoa frosting and enjoy!

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