Easter Chocolate Surprise Cupcakes
Delight your friends and family this Easter with these whimsical Easter Chocolate Surprise Cupcakes! Hidden beneath a fluffy layer of pastel frosting lies a delectable surprise: a solid chocolate egg baked right inside the cupcake. Perfectly soft and flavorful, these cupcakes are not only a treat for the taste buds but also a visual feast for the eyes, especially when decorated with vibrant colors and sparkling sprinkles. Inspired by a charming recipe from an old Woman's World magazine, these cupcakes are sure to become a springtime favorite at any gathering.
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Servings
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Calories
9
Ingredients
Ingredients
Yellow cake mix
1 (18 ounce package) (Follow package instructions.)
Eggs
3 (Room temperature.)
Oil
1/3 cup (For cake mix.)
Paper baking cups
24 (Standard size.)
Vanilla wafers
24 (Unwrapped.)
Small solid chocolate eggs
24 (Unwrapped.)
Vanilla frosting
2 (16 ounce cans) (Store-bought or homemade.)
Food coloring
To taste (For tinting frosting.)
Sugar crystals or candy sprinkles
To taste (For decorating.)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven according to the instructions on the cake mix package.
2
Line two cupcake pans with paper baking cups, making sure to space them evenly.
3
Place one vanilla wafer at the bottom of each cupcake liner, creating a crunchy base.
4
In a mixing bowl, prepare the yellow cake mix according to the box instructions, adding the eggs and oil.
5
Fill each cupcake liner halfway with cake batter, covering the vanilla wafer.
6
Carefully place an unwrapped solid chocolate egg in the center of each filled cupcake liner.
7
Top each cupcake with more batter until they are three-quarters full.
8
Bake in the preheated oven for 18 to 22 minutes or until the tops are golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
9
Allow the cupcakes to cool completely in the pans before transferring them to a wire rack.
10
While the cupcakes cool, tint the vanilla frosting with food coloring to create your desired pastel shades.
11
Once cooled, generously frost each cupcake and decorate them with sugar crystals or candy sprinkles for a festive touch.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Easter Chocolate Surprise Cupcakes?
These are whimsical Easter-themed cupcakes that feature a hidden solid chocolate egg baked inside a soft yellow cake.
What is the surprise inside these cupcakes?
The surprise is a delectable solid chocolate egg hidden beneath a fluffy layer of pastel frosting.
What serves as the base of these cupcakes?
A vanilla wafer is placed at the bottom of each cupcake liner to create a crunchy base.
How many cupcakes does this recipe make?
This recipe makes 24 standard-sized cupcakes.
What kind of cake mix is used?
The recipe uses one 18-ounce package of yellow cake mix.
What ingredients are needed for the yellow cake mix?
You will need the yellow cake mix, 3 eggs at room temperature, and 1/3 cup of oil.
What temperature should the oven be?
You should preheat your oven according to the specific instructions provided on the cake mix package.
How do you prepare the baking pans?
Line two cupcake pans with paper baking cups, making sure they are spaced evenly.
When do you add the vanilla wafer?
Place one vanilla wafer at the bottom of each cupcake liner before adding any batter.
How much batter goes into the liner initially?
Fill each cupcake liner halfway with the yellow cake batter, covering the vanilla wafer.
When should I add the chocolate egg?
Place an unwrapped solid chocolate egg in the center of the cupcake liner after it has been filled halfway with batter.
How full should the cupcake liners be before baking?
Top each cupcake with more batter until the liners are about three-quarters full.
How long do the cupcakes need to bake?
Bake the cupcakes for 18 to 22 minutes.
How do I check if the cupcakes are finished baking?
The cupcakes are done when the tops are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the cake comes out clean.
How should the cupcakes be cooled?
Allow them to cool completely in the pans before transferring them to a wire rack.
What type of frosting is recommended?
The recipe calls for two 16-ounce cans of vanilla frosting, which can be store-bought or homemade.
How do I get the pastel colors for the frosting?
Tint the vanilla frosting with food coloring until you achieve your desired pastel shades.
What can I use for decorations?
Decorate the frosted cupcakes with sugar crystals or candy sprinkles for a festive touch.
Should the chocolate eggs be wrapped or unwrapped?
The chocolate eggs must be unwrapped before being placed into the batter.
Is this a traditional Easter recipe?
Yes, it is a springtime favorite inspired by a charming recipe from an old Woman's World magazine.
What is the texture of these cupcakes?
They are perfectly soft and flavorful with a hidden chocolate center and a crunchy wafer base.
Can I use different types of cake mix?
The recipe specifically recommends yellow cake mix for the classic flavor profile.
What size chocolate eggs should be used?
Use small solid chocolate eggs that can fit comfortably inside a standard cupcake liner.
Are these cupcakes good for parties?
Yes, they are ideal for Easter gatherings, spring parties, and special occasions.
Can children help make these cupcakes?
Yes, kids can help with placing the wafers, unwrapping eggs, and decorating with sprinkles.
How many eggs are added to the batter?
Three eggs are added to the cake mix.
What tools do I need to cool the cupcakes?
You will need the cupcake pans for the initial cooling and a wire rack for final cooling.
How much frosting is needed?
The recipe suggests using two 16-ounce cans to ensure there is enough for generous frosting.
Can I use different types of sprinkles?
Yes, sugar crystals or any festive candy sprinkles can be used for decoration.
Is there oil in the recipe?
Yes, 1/3 cup of oil is required for the cake mix preparation.