Decadent Chocolate Cheesecake Cupcakes
Indulge in these rich and creamy Decadent Chocolate Cheesecake Cupcakes, where velvety cheesecake meets moist chocolate cupcake in a delightful little package. Perfect for parties, celebrations, or just a sweet treat at home, these cupcakes combine the best of both worlds. Each bite delivers a burst of chocolate flavor, complemented by the luscious cream cheese filling. Impress your friends and family with this easy-to-follow recipe that yields 18-20 delectable mini desserts.
18-20
Servings
129
Calories
14
Ingredients
Ingredients
cream cheese
8 (ounces, softened)
egg
1 (large)
sugar
1/3 (cup)
salt
1 (pinch)
chocolate chips
1 (cup)
all-purpose flour
1 1/2 (cups)
sugar
1 (cup)
cocoa powder
1/4 (cup)
baking soda
1 (teaspoon)
salt
1/2 (teaspoon)
water
1 (cup)
salad oil
1/3 (cup)
vinegar
1 (teaspoon)
vanilla extract
1 (teaspoon)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners or grease it with non-stick spray.
2
In a medium bowl, beat together the cream cheese, egg, 1/3 cup sugar, and a pinch of salt until smooth and creamy. Gently fold in the chocolate chips and set aside.
3
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, 1 cup sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, and 1/2 teaspoon salt until well combined.
4
Add the water, salad oil, vinegar, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined; be careful not to over-mix.
5
Fill each muffin cup about one-third full with the cupcake batter.
6
Spoon a generous dollop of the cream cheese mixture over the batter in each muffin cup, making sure to spread it out evenly.
7
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
8
Allow the cupcakes to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition Information
7
Fat
17
Carbs
2
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Decadent Chocolate Cheesecake Cupcakes?
They are a rich and creamy dessert where velvety cheesecake meets moist chocolate cupcake in a delightful mini package.
How many cupcakes does this recipe make?
This recipe yields between 18 and 20 delectable mini desserts.
What is the calorie count per cupcake?
Each cupcake contains approximately 129 calories.
What temperature should the oven be set to?
Preheat your oven to 350°F or 175°C.
What is the fat content in each serving?
Each serving contains 7 grams of fat.
How many carbohydrates are in one cupcake?
There are 17 grams of carbohydrates per cupcake.
How much protein is in each cupcake?
Each cupcake contains 2 grams of protein.
What size egg is required for the recipe?
The recipe calls for one large egg.
How much cream cheese is needed?
You will need 8 ounces of softened cream cheese.
How much sugar is used in total for this recipe?
The recipe uses a total of 1 and 1/3 cups of sugar, split between the filling and the batter.
What dry ingredients are used for the chocolate batter?
The batter uses all-purpose flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
What wet ingredients are added to the cupcake batter?
The wet ingredients include water, salad oil, vinegar, and vanilla extract.
How much chocolate chips are included?
The recipe calls for 1 cup of chocolate chips to be folded into the cheesecake mixture.
How much vinegar is used in the recipe?
The recipe requires 1 teaspoon of vinegar.
What is the first step in preparing the cheesecake filling?
Beat together the cream cheese, egg, 1/3 cup sugar, and a pinch of salt until smooth and creamy.
How do I prepare the muffin tin?
Line the muffin tin with cupcake liners or grease it with non-stick spray.
How much batter should I put in each muffin cup?
Fill each muffin cup about one-third full with the chocolate cupcake batter.
How do I add the cream cheese filling to the cupcakes?
Spoon a generous dollop of the cream cheese mixture over the batter in each muffin cup and spread it evenly.
How long should the cupcakes bake?
Bake them in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes.
How can I tell if the cupcakes are done?
The cupcakes are done when a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
How long should I cool the cupcakes in the pan?
Allow the cupcakes to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before moving them.
Where should I place the cupcakes to finish cooling?
Transfer the cupcakes to a wire rack to cool completely.
How many total ingredients are used in this recipe?
There are 14 ingredients used in this recipe.
What type of oil is recommended for the batter?
The recipe specifies using 1/3 cup of salad oil.
Can I use cocoa powder for this recipe?
Yes, the recipe requires 1/4 cup of cocoa powder for the chocolate base.
Is this recipe suitable for parties?
Yes, these cupcakes are described as perfect for parties, celebrations, or sweet treats at home.
Is this a difficult recipe to make?
No, it is described as an easy-to-follow recipe that yields professional results.
What tags are associated with this recipe?
Tags include chocolate, cheesecake, cupcakes, dessert, baking, party food, and easy recipe.
How much vanilla extract is needed?
You need 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
Does the recipe use baking soda or baking powder?
The recipe uses 1 teaspoon of baking soda as the leavening agent.