Dessert, Kid-Friendly

Chocolate Cream Cheese Cupcakes

  • Prep 10 mins
  • Total 30 mins
  • Easy
  • Serves 12

Allergies

  • Contains Eggs
  • Contains Milk/Dairy
  • Contains Wheat

Tip: Allergy Advice

This dish contains the following allergens: Eggs, Milk/Dairy, Wheat

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Cream Cheese Filling

  • 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar

Batter

  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup light brown sugar
  • 1/3 cup canola oil
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup cocoa powder
  • 3/4 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 cup whole milk

Utensils

  • 12 Cup Muffin Pan
  • Muffin Liners
  • Small Bowl
  • Large Bowl
  • Toothpicks
  • Step 1

    Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a 12-cup muffin tin with cupcake liners and set aside.

  • Step 2

    Assemble the hand mixer attachment on the power base, then install the beaters.

  • Step 3

    In a small bowl, add the cream cheese and sugar. Press power to begin mixing on speed 1, then gradually increase to speed 3. Mix until the ingredients are combined into a smooth mixture, about 1 minute. Set aside.

  • Step 4

    To prepare the batter, add the eggs, sugars, oil, and vanilla extract to a large bowl. Press power to begin mixing on speed 1, then gradually increase to speed 3. Mix until the ingredients are evenly combined, about 2 minutes.

  • Step 5

    Add the remaining batter ingredients to the large bowl. Press power to begin mixing on speed 1, then gradually increase to speed 3. Mix until a batter has just formed, about 2 minutes. Be careful not to overmix.

  • Step 6

    Transfer the batter to the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup halfway. Top each cup with 2 tablespoons of the prepared filling. Then use a toothpick or butter knife to swirl the filling into the batter.

  • Step 7

    Place the cupcakes in the oven and bake for 18 to 20 minutes or until a toothpick will come out clean after being inserted in the center of a cupcake.

  • Step 8

    Remove cupcakes from the oven and allow to cool completely before serving.