Embark on a culinary adventure with our irresistible White Chocolate Fudge-filled Cupcakes. This article guides you through the process of creating a heavenly treat that combines the rich flavors of white chocolate with the moistness of a perfectly baked cupcake. Let’s dive into the details of each element – the cupcakes, the luscious filling, and the velvety frosting.
Ingredients:
Cupcakes
| Ingredient |
Quantity |
| All-purpose flour |
1 1/2 cups |
| Baking powder |
1 1/2 teaspoons |
| Salt |
1/4 teaspoon |
| Unsalted butter, softened |
1/2 cup (1 stick) |
| Granulated sugar |
1 cup |
| Large eggs |
2 |
| Vanilla extract |
1 teaspoon |
| Whole milk |
1/2 cup |
| White chocolate chips |
3/4 cup |
White Chocolate Fudge Filling
| Ingredient |
Quantity |
| White chocolate chips |
1 cup |
| Sweetened condensed milk |
1/2 cup |
White Chocolate Buttercream Frosting
| Ingredient |
Quantity |
| White chocolate chips |
1 cup |
| Unsalted butter, softened |
1/2 cup |
| Powdered sugar |
2 cups |
| Whole milk |
1/4 cup |
| Vanilla extract |
1 teaspoon |
Instructions:
For the Cupcakes:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake tin with paper liners.
- Whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl. Set aside.
- Cream softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with milk. Mix until just combined.
- Gently fold in white chocolate chips.
- Fill each cupcake liner about two-thirds full with the batter.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow cupcakes to cool in the tin for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
For the White Chocolate Fudge Filling:
- In a microwave-safe bowl, combine white chocolate chips and sweetened condensed milk.
- Heat in the microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring each time, until smooth.
- Let the filling cool slightly, then use a piping bag or spoon to fill the center of each cupcake.
For the White Chocolate Buttercream Frosting:
- Melt white chocolate chips in the microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring until smooth. Let it cool to room temperature.
- In a mixing bowl, beat softened butter until creamy.
- Add melted white chocolate, powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract. Beat until smooth and well combined.
Final Assembly:
- Once cupcakes and filling have cooled, frost the cupcakes with the white chocolate buttercream.
- Optionally, garnish with white chocolate shavings, additional chips, or decorations of your choice.
- Serve and enjoy your delicious White Chocolate Fudge-filled Cupcakes!
