Decadent Mini Chocolate Chip Cream-Filled Cupcakes
Indulge in these scrumptious mini chocolate chip cupcakes that are perfect for any occasion. Each bite features a rich chocolate cake exterior encasing a luscious cream cheese filling studded with semi-sweet chocolate chips. Whether for a birthday party, a holiday gathering, or simply a sweet treat to enjoy at home, these delightful mini cupcakes are sure to satisfy your chocolate cravings and impress your guests. Bake a batch and watch them disappear!
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Servings
120
Calories
15
Ingredients
Ingredients
Mini paper cups
70 (For 70 cupcakes, or 120 for smaller size)
All-purpose flour
3 cups (Sifted)
Granulated sugar
2 cups (Divided between batter and filling)
Baking soda
2 teaspoons (Sifted with flour)
Cocoa powder
1/2 cup (Sifted with flour)
Salt
1 teaspoon (Divided between batter and filling)
Water
2 cups (Room temperature)
Vegetable oil
1 cup (Measured)
Vinegar
2 tablespoons (Measured)
Vanilla extract
2 teaspoons (Measured)
Cream cheese
250 g (Softened)
Large egg
1 (Room temperature)
Granulated sugar
1/3 cup (For cream cheese filling)
Salt
1/8 teaspoon (For cream cheese filling)
Miniature semisweet chocolate chips
300 g (Measured)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare your mini muffin pans by placing mini baking paper cups inside each muffin cavity.
2
In a large mixing bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking soda, cocoa powder, and salt until well combined.
3
In a separate bowl, whisk together the water, vegetable oil, vinegar, and vanilla extract.
4
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. The batter will be quite thin. Set aside and refrigerate until you're ready to use it.
5
For the cream cheese filling, beat the softened cream cheese in a medium bowl. Gradually add the granulated sugar, salt, and room temperature egg, mixing with an electric mixer until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Stir in the miniature chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
6
Using a small cookie scoop, fill each mini paper cup in the prepared muffin pan approximately 3/4 full with the chocolate batter. Carefully drop about 1/2 teaspoon of the cream cheese mixture in the center of each cupcake, allowing it to sink slightly.
7
Bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the cupcakes spring back when gently touched. Be cautious not to overbake, as you want the cream cheese center to remain white.
8
Once baked, remove the cupcakes from the oven and allow them to cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack. Refrigerate the cooled cupcakes for at least 30 minutes to set the cream cheese filling before serving.
9
Enjoy your delightful mini chocolate chip cream-filled cupcakes, perfect for sharing or savoring all on your own!
Nutrition Information
7g
Fat
15g
Carbs
1g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Decadent Mini Chocolate Chip Cream-Filled Cupcakes?
These are scrumptious mini chocolate cupcakes featuring a rich chocolate cake exterior with a luscious cream cheese and chocolate chip filling.
How many cupcakes does this recipe make?
The recipe makes approximately 70 mini cupcakes, or up to 120 if you use a smaller size liner.
What is the required oven temperature?
You should preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit or 175 degrees Celsius.
Which dry ingredients should be sifted together for the batter?
Sift together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking soda, cocoa powder, and salt.
What wet ingredients are used for the chocolate batter?
The wet ingredients include room temperature water, vegetable oil, vinegar, and vanilla extract.
What is the consistency of the chocolate batter?
The batter will be quite thin once the wet and dry ingredients are mixed.
How do I prepare the cream cheese filling?
Beat softened cream cheese with sugar, salt, and a room temperature egg until smooth, then stir in miniature chocolate chips.
How much batter should I put in each mini muffin cup?
Fill each mini paper cup approximately 3/4 full with the chocolate batter.
How much cream cheese filling goes into each cupcake?
Carefully drop about 1/2 teaspoon of the cream cheese mixture into the center of each cupcake.
How long should these mini cupcakes bake?
Bake the cupcakes in a preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes.
How can I tell when the cupcakes are done?
They are finished when the cake springs back when gently touched.
Why is it important not to overbake them?
Overbaking should be avoided to ensure the cream cheese center remains white and doesn't brown.
Should the cupcakes be refrigerated after baking?
Yes, they should be refrigerated for at least 30 minutes after cooling to set the cream cheese filling.
How many calories are in one mini cupcake?
Each mini cupcake contains approximately 120 calories.
What is the fat content per serving?
Each cupcake has about 7 grams of fat.
How many grams of carbohydrates are in each cupcake?
There are 15 grams of carbohydrates per serving.
What is the protein content of these cupcakes?
Each mini cupcake contains 1 gram of protein.
What kind of chocolate chips are best for this recipe?
Miniature semisweet chocolate chips are recommended for the filling.
Should the cream cheese be cold when mixing?
No, the cream cheese must be softened to ensure a smooth, creamy texture.
What size egg is needed for the filling?
The recipe calls for one large egg at room temperature.
How much cocoa powder is required?
The recipe requires 1/2 cup of sifted cocoa powder.
What is the purpose of vinegar in this recipe?
Vinegar reacts with the baking soda to help the eggless chocolate batter rise.
Do I need to grease the mini muffin pans?
No, simply place mini baking paper cups inside each cavity.
How much all-purpose flour is needed?
You will need 3 cups of sifted all-purpose flour.
How much vegetable oil is used?
The recipe uses 1 cup of vegetable oil.
Why should I refrigerate the batter before using it?
Refrigerating the thin batter helps it stabilize before you portion it into the muffin pans.
How much sugar is in the cream cheese filling specifically?
The filling uses 1/3 cup of granulated sugar.
Can these cupcakes be served at parties?
Yes, they are perfect for birthday parties, holiday gatherings, or as party treats.
What is the total number of ingredients used?
There are 15 ingredients used in this recipe.
How much cream cheese do I need for the filling?
You need 250 grams of cream cheese for the filling.