Delicious Boston Cream Cupcakes

These delectable Boston Cream Cupcakes are a delightful twist on the classic dessert, now in a convenient handheld form that’s perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth cravings. Imagine indulging in the rich flavors of vanilla cake, creamy custard filling, and decadent chocolate glaze with every single bite. They are not only delicious but also fun to make at home!

To create these scrumptious cupcakes, you’ll need the following ingredients:

• 1 1/2 cups of all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 teaspoons of baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon of salt
• 1/2 cup of unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup of sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup of milk

For the custard filling, you’ll need:

• 1/2 cup of heavy cream
• 2 large egg yolks
• 1/4 cup of sugar
• 2 tablespoons of cornstarch
• 1/4 teaspoon of salt
• 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract

For the chocolate glaze, prepare:

• 1 cup of semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 1/2 cup of heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons of corn syrup

Here’s how to make these delightful cupcakes:

1. Start by preheating your oven to 350°F and lining a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a separate bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk.
5. Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners and bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cupcakes cool completely.

Now, let’s prepare the custard filling:

6. Heat the heavy cream in a small saucepan until steaming but not boiling.
7. In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg yolks, sugar, cornstarch, and salt.
8. Slowly pour the hot cream into the egg mixture while whisking constantly.
9. Return the mixture to the saucepan and cook over medium heat until thickened.
10. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract. Let the custard cool slightly, then transfer it to a piping bag.

Once the cupcakes and custard are cooled, it’s time to assemble:

11. Insert the tip of the piping bag into the center of each cupcake and fill with the custard.

Finally, let’s prepare the chocolate glaze:

12. Heat the heavy cream in a small saucepan until steaming. Pour the cream over the chocolate chips and let sit for a minute. Stir until smooth, then stir in the corn syrup.

Drizzle the chocolate glaze over the filled cupcakes and let it set before serving.

These Boston Cream Cupcakes are sure to be a hit with your family and friends. Enjoy!