Decadent Cookie Dough-Filled Cupcakes
Indulge in a delightful culinary experience with these Decadent Cookie Dough-Filled Cupcakes! Inspired by the whimsical creations of 'Funky Foodgasm: A Pornographer of Food', this recipe invites you into a world where fluffy, moist cupcakes meet gooey, chocolate chip cookie dough centers. Each cupcake is like a treasure awaiting discovery, combining the delightful flavors of rich vanilla cake with the nostalgia of homemade cookie dough. Perfect for celebrations, casual get-togethers, or simply when you're craving something sweet, these cupcakes are sure to impress your family and friends. Consider adding walnuts or pecans for a nutty crunch that beautifully complements the chocolate chips – a personal touch from the author. Keep in mind that the preparation time may vary, especially as it includes the time needed to freeze the cookie dough balls.
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Servings
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Calories
13
Ingredients
Ingredients
All-purpose flour
1.5 cups (Whisked together with baking soda and sea salt)
Baking soda
1/4 teaspoon (Combined with flour)
Sea salt
1/4 teaspoon (Combined with flour)
Butter
1/2 cup (Softened)
White sugar
1/4 cup (Mixed with butter)
Brown sugar
1/2 cup (Mixed with butter)
Egg
1 (Beaten and mixed into the butter mixture)
Vanilla extract
2 teaspoons (Mixed into the butter mixture)
Miniature semisweet chocolate chips
1 cup (Folded into the cookie dough)
Eggs
3 (Beaten in a separate bowl for the cake mix)
Yellow cake mix
1 (18.25 ounce) box (Combined with eggs, water, and oil)
Water
1 1/3 cups (Added to the cake mixture)
Canola oil
1/3 cup (Added to the cake mixture)
Instructions
1
Begin by preparing the cookie dough. In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and sea salt until well combined. Set aside.
2
In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to beat the softened butter, white sugar, and brown sugar together until the mixture is creamy and smooth.
3
Add one egg and the vanilla extract to the butter mixture, and continue beating until fully incorporated.
4
Gradually mix in the flour mixture, stirring gently until just blended.
5
Fold in the miniature semisweet chocolate chips, ensuring they are distributed evenly throughout the dough.
6
Form the dough into tablespoon-sized balls and place them on a baking sheet. Transfer to the freezer and allow the balls to freeze until solid, approximately 2 hours.
7
While the cookie dough balls are freezing, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line 24 muffin cups with paper liners.
8
In a separate large bowl, beat the three eggs until fully broken up. Then add the yellow cake mix, water, and canola oil, mixing on medium speed for 2 minutes until smooth.
9
Spoon the cake batter into the prepared cupcake liners, filling each about two-thirds full.
10
Carefully place a frozen cookie dough ball in the center of each cupcake batter, gently pressing it down.
11
Bake in the preheated oven for about 20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the cupcake (avoiding the cookie dough) comes out clean.
12
Once baked, allow the cupcakes to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Decadent Cookie Dough-Filled Cupcakes?
These are moist vanilla cupcakes with a hidden center of gooey chocolate chip cookie dough.
What inspired this cupcake recipe?
This recipe was inspired by the book 'Funky Foodgasm: A Pornographer of Food'.
Can I add nuts to the cookie dough?
Yes, the author suggests adding walnuts or pecans for a nutty crunch that complements the chocolate chips.
How many cupcakes does this recipe make?
The recipe is designed to make 24 cupcakes using 24 paper-lined muffin cups.
What is the recommended oven temperature?
The cupcakes should be baked in an oven preheated to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius).
How long should the cookie dough balls freeze?
The cookie dough balls should be frozen until solid, which takes approximately 2 hours.
What size should the cookie dough balls be?
The dough should be formed into tablespoon-sized balls.
Why do the cookie dough balls need to be frozen?
Freezing them ensures they maintain a gooey, doughy center while the cake bakes around them.
What type of cake mix is used in this recipe?
The recipe calls for one 18.25-ounce box of yellow cake mix.
How many eggs are required for the entire recipe?
A total of four eggs are needed: one for the cookie dough and three for the cake batter.
What type of chocolate chips should I use?
Miniature semisweet chocolate chips are recommended for even distribution in the dough.
How much water is added to the cake mix?
The recipe requires 1 1/3 cups of water for the cake batter.
What kind of oil is used for the cupcakes?
1/3 cup of canola oil is used in the yellow cake batter.
How full should I fill the cupcake liners?
Fill each liner about two-thirds full with the cake batter before adding the dough ball.
How do you incorporate the cookie dough into the cupcakes?
Place a frozen cookie dough ball in the center of the batter and press it down gently.
How long do the cupcakes need to bake?
Bake them for about 20 minutes in the preheated oven.
How do I test if the cupcakes are finished baking?
Insert a toothpick into the cupcake cake portion (avoiding the dough center); if it comes out clean, they are done.
How long should the cupcakes cool in the pan?
Allow the cupcakes to cool in the muffin pan for 10 minutes.
Where should the cupcakes go after cooling in the pan?
Transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
What type of sugar is used in the cookie dough?
The recipe uses a combination of 1/4 cup white sugar and 1/2 cup brown sugar.
Does the butter for the cookie dough need to be melted?
No, the butter should be softened so it can be beaten with the sugars until creamy.
What kind of salt is used for the dough?
The recipe specifically calls for 1/4 teaspoon of sea salt.
How much vanilla extract is needed?
Two teaspoons of vanilla extract are mixed into the cookie dough.
What are the dry ingredients for the cookie dough?
The dry ingredients include 1.5 cups of all-purpose flour, 1/4 teaspoon of baking soda, and 1/4 teaspoon of sea salt.
Should the cake batter be mixed by hand or machine?
The instructions recommend using a mixer on medium speed for 2 minutes until smooth.
When should I start preheating the oven?
You should preheat the oven while the cookie dough balls are freezing.
Can I use regular chocolate chips?
The recipe suggests miniature chips, but regular chips can be substituted if necessary.
What events are these cupcakes suitable for?
They are perfect for celebrations, casual get-togethers, or as a special sweet treat.
How is the flour incorporated into the cookie dough?
Gradually mix the flour mixture into the creamed butter and sugar, stirring gently until just blended.
What is the first step in the entire process?
The process begins with preparing the cookie dough by whisking the flour, baking soda, and sea salt together.