Oh yes 😍 Boston Cream Pie Cupcakes—all the flavor of the classic dessert in a single handheld treat: soft vanilla cupcakes, luscious custard filling, and a rich chocolate ganache on top. Here’s a full, foolproof recipe:
Boston Cream Pie Cupcakes
🕒 Time
- Prep: 25 min
- Bake: 18–20 min
- Cool & assemble: 30–40 min
- Makes 12 cupcakes
Ingredients
Vanilla Cupcakes
- 1½ cups (190 g) all-purpose flour
- 1½ tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ cup (115 g) unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup (150 g) sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup (120 ml) whole milk
Pastry Cream Filling
- 1 cup (240 ml) milk
- 3 large egg yolks
- ⅓ cup (65 g) sugar
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Chocolate Ganache
- ½ cup (90 g) semi-sweet chocolate chips
- ¼ cup (60 ml) heavy cream
Instructions
1️⃣ Make the Cupcakes
- Preheat oven to 175°C / 350°F. Line a 12-cup muffin tin with liners.
- Whisk flour, baking powder, and salt together.
- Cream butter and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, then vanilla.
- Alternate adding dry ingredients and milk, mixing gently until smooth.
- Divide batter evenly among liners. Bake 18–20 minutes. Cool completely.
2️⃣ Make the Pastry Cream
- Heat milk in a saucepan until just simmering.
- In a bowl, whisk yolks, sugar, and cornstarch.
- Slowly pour hot milk into egg mixture, whisking constantly.
- Return to saucepan, cook over medium heat until thickened.
- Remove from heat, stir in butter and vanilla. Cool slightly.
- Chill in fridge until ready to fill.
3️⃣ Fill the Cupcakes
- Core the center of each cooled cupcake (use a small knife or cupcake corer).
- Pipe or spoon pastry cream into the center.
4️⃣ Make the Chocolate Ganache
- Heat cream until just simmering. Pour over chocolate chips.
- Let sit 1–2 minutes, then stir until smooth.
- Pour or spread ganache on top of each filled cupcake.
5️⃣ Chill & Serve
- Chill 15–30 minutes to set ganache
- Serve slightly chilled or at room temperature
Tips for Perfect Boston Cream Cupcakes
- Cupcakes must cool completely before filling, or custard will melt.
- Use high-quality chocolate for the ganache—it makes a huge difference.
- Optional garnish: a dusting of powdered sugar or chocolate drizzle for elegance.
If you want, I can also give a shortcut version using instant vanilla pudding for the filling and microwave chocolate glaze that’s way faster but still indulgent 😏.
Do you want me to share that version too?
