Decadent Cheesecake Stuffed Cupcakes for Ultimate Indulgence
Indulge in Cheesecake Stuffed Cupcakes, a delightful fusion of chocolate cake and creamy cheesecake.
Equipment
- Muffin tin
- - Oven
- - Mixing bowl
- cupcake liners
Ingredients
For the Cupcakes
- 1 box Chocolate Cake Mix
- 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter melted
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract
- 1/4 teaspoon Kosher Salt
- 1/4 cup Cocoa Powder
For the Cheesecake Filling
- 8 oz Frozen Cheesecake Squares
- 1/2 cup Heavy Cream
- 1/4 cup Powdered Sugar
For Decoration
- 1 cup Rainbow Sprinkles
Instructions
Cupcake Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a muffin tin by lining it with cupcake liners.
- Prepare the chocolate cake mix according to the package instructions.
- Fill each cupcake liner halfway with the prepared cake batter.
- Insert a frozen cheesecake square in the center of each.
- Top with additional cake batter until the liners are full.
- Bake as directed on the cake mix package, usually about 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool the cupcakes in the tin for about 10 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Ensure cheesecake squares are frozen solid to maintain their form during baking. Allow cupcakes to cool completely before adding toppings to avoid melting.