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Cream-Filled Cupcakes

Traditional Cakes & Pies
Prep time:
20 minutes
Bake time :
15-20 minutes

Surprise! These rich chocolate cupcakes are filled with a luscious vanilla cream filling, so they’re truly a double delight.

Surprise! These rich chocolate cupcakes are filled with a luscious vanilla cream filling, so they’re truly a double delight.

Ingredients

Serves 12 

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract, divided
  • 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) butter, softened
  • 1/4 cup shortening
  • 2 cups confectioners’ sugar
  • 3 tablespoons milk
  • 1 tablespoon sprinkles
Directions
  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 375°F. Line a 12-cup muffin pan with paper liners.

  2. 2

    Combine the flour, granulated sugar, cocoa, baking soda, salt, 1 cup water, the oil and 1 tsp. vanilla in a large bowl. Stir until blended. Pour the batter into the muffin cups. Bake until a toothpick inserted in the center of a cupcake comes out clean, 15–20 minutes.

  3. 3

    Meanwhile, place the butter and shortening in a large bowl. Beat with an electric mixer set on low speed until smooth and creamy. Add the confectioners’ sugar and milk. Beat until smooth. Add the remaining vanilla. Continue beating until smooth and fluffy.

  4. 4

    Place about 3/4 cup filling mixture into a pastry bag fitted with a long tip. Push the tip through the top of the cupcake and squeeze once to fill each cupcake.

  5. 5

    Frost the cupcakes with the remaining filling. Top with sprinkles.

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Grandma's Secret Tip

Grandma's Secret Tip

Dress up these fun cupcakes with colorful decorations for the perfect birthday or holiday celebration.

Serving Suggestion

Serving Suggestion

Make these cupcakes as a “surprise” dessert after a special meal with the family. Serve with ice-cold milk or hot coffee.

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