Boston Cream Pie Cupcakes are a delightful twist on the traditional Boston Cream Pie. These individual treats combine the creamy custard filling and rich chocolate glaze of the classic dessert into a convenient and delicious cupcake form. Here’s a detailed recipe for these irresistible cupcakes that are sure to impress your guests and satisfy your sweet tooth.
Ingredients
For the Cupcakes:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter: Room temperature.
- 1/2 cup milk: Room temperature.
- 2 large eggs
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Vanilla Custard Filling:
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large egg yolks
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Chocolate Glaze:
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter