Chocolate Egg-Filled Easter Cupcakes
Delight in the joy of these Chocolate Egg-Filled Easter Cupcakes, perfect for the spring season! Each moist and fluffy cupcake hides a sweet surprise— a rich chocolate Easter egg nestled in the center. These festive treats are easy to make, making them a wonderful activity for the whole family. Decorate with your favorite colorful icing and sprinkles to celebrate the holiday! Whether you’re sharing them at a gathering or enjoying them at home, these cupcakes are sure to bring smiles all around.
24
Servings
180
Calories
10
Ingredients
Ingredients
soft butter
2/3 cup (softened)
packed light brown sugar
1 cup (packed)
granulated sugar
3/4 cup
eggs
2 (large)
vanilla extract
1 teaspoon
all-purpose flour
2 3/4 cups (sifted)
baking powder
2 1/2 teaspoons
salt
1 teaspoon
milk
1 1/4 cups (whole or 2%)
small chocolate eggs
24 (unwrapped)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line 24 standard muffin cups with paper liners.
2
In a large mixing bowl, beat the soft butter, packed light brown sugar, and granulated sugar together until the mixture is light and fluffy.
3
Add in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
4
Gradually add the flour, baking powder, and salt to the mixture, alternating with the milk. Begin and end with the flour mixture. Mix until just combined and smooth.
5
Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin liners, filling each about one-third full. Place one unwrapped chocolate egg in the center of each cup.
6
Divide the remaining batter evenly among the cups, filling each about two-thirds full, covering the chocolate egg completely.
7
Bake in the preheated oven for 18 to 20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
8
Allow cupcakes to cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. Frost and decorate with your favorite icing and festive toppings as desired before serving.
Nutrition Information
8.5g
Fat
24.9g
Carbs
2.8g
Protein
12.5g
Sugar
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Chocolate Egg-Filled Easter Cupcakes?
These are moist and fluffy cupcakes that hide a sweet chocolate Easter egg surprise in the center, perfect for the spring season.
How many cupcakes does this recipe yield?
This recipe makes 24 standard-sized cupcakes.
What temperature should the oven be preheated to?
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
What is the first step in preparing the cupcake batter?
The first step is to beat the soft butter, packed light brown sugar, and granulated sugar together until the mixture is light and fluffy.
How many eggs are required for this recipe?
The recipe requires 2 large eggs, added one at a time.
Should I sift the flour?
Yes, the recipe specifies using 2 3/4 cups of sifted all-purpose flour.
What type of milk is recommended?
You can use either whole milk or 2% milk.
How much baking powder is needed?
You will need 2 1/2 teaspoons of baking powder.
What kind of chocolate eggs should be used?
Use 24 small chocolate eggs, and ensure they are unwrapped before placing them in the batter.
How much batter should I put in the bottom of each liner?
Fill each liner about one-third full before placing the chocolate egg in the center.
How do I place the chocolate egg in the cupcake?
Place one unwrapped chocolate egg directly in the center of the batter in each muffin cup.
How full should the cupcake liners be before baking?
After adding the egg and more batter, the liners should be about two-thirds full.
How long do the cupcakes need to bake?
Bake the cupcakes for 18 to 20 minutes.
How do I check if the cupcakes are finished baking?
Insert a toothpick into the center; if it comes out clean, the cupcakes are done.
How long should the cupcakes cool in the pan?
Allow them to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before moving them to a wire rack.
What are the calorie counts for these cupcakes?
Each cupcake contains approximately 180 calories.
How much fat is in one cupcake?
There is 8.5g of fat per cupcake.
What is the carbohydrate content?
Each cupcake has 24.9g of carbohydrates.
How much protein is in each cupcake?
There is 2.8g of protein per serving.
How much sugar is in a single cupcake?
Each cupcake contains 12.5g of sugar.
What flavor extract is used in the batter?
The recipe calls for 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 10 total ingredients listed for the cupcakes.
Are these cupcakes suitable for families?
Yes, they are described as a wonderful activity for the whole family and a festive treat.
What kind of sugar is used?
The recipe uses a combination of packed light brown sugar and granulated sugar.
How much butter is needed?
The recipe requires 2/3 cup of softened butter.
Can I use salt in the recipe?
Yes, the recipe includes 1 teaspoon of salt.
What category does this recipe fall into?
This recipe is categorized as a dessert.
What should I use to decorate the cupcakes?
You can decorate them with your favorite icing and festive toppings as desired.
When should I add the vanilla extract?
Stir in the vanilla extract after you have mixed in the eggs.
Is the batter added all at once?
No, the dry ingredients and milk are added gradually and alternately, beginning and ending with the flour mixture.