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## Step-by-Step Instructions for Making Bitten Boston Cream Pie Cupcakes
Now that we have a good understanding of the ingredients and their roles, let’s dive into the step-by-step instructions on how to make these Bitten Boston Cream Pie Cupcakes. From baking the cupcakes to preparing the custard filling and glazing the cupcakes with chocolate ganache, we’ll walk you through the entire process.
### Step 1: Prepare the Cupcake Base
1. **Preheat the oven**: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
2. **Mix the dry ingredients**: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
3. **Cream the butter and sugar**: In a separate large bowl, use an electric mixer to beat the softened butter and sugar together until the mixture becomes light and fluffy (about 3–4 minutes).
4. **Add the eggs and vanilla**: Beat in the eggs, one at a time, and add the vanilla extract. Continue mixing until fully incorporated.
5. **Combine the wet and dry ingredients**: Gradually add the dry flour mixture to the wet ingredients in batches, alternating with the milk. Start and end with the flour mixture. Mix until just combined; avoid overmixing.
6. **Fill the cupcake liners**: Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners, filling each about 2/3 full.
7. **Bake**: Place the tin in the preheated oven and bake for 18–20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the cupcakes to cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
### Step 2: Prepare the Custard Filling
1. **Heat the milk**: In a medium saucepan, heat the milk over medium heat until it is warm, but not boiling.
2. **Mix the sugar, cornstarch, and egg yolks**: In a separate bowl, whisk together the sugar, cornstarch, and egg yolks. Gradually whisk in the warm milk until fully combined.
3. **Cook the custard**: Return the mixture to the saucepan and cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the custard thickens. This should take about 5–7 minutes.
4. **Add butter and vanilla**: Once the custard is thickened, remove it from the heat and stir in the butter and vanilla extract. Let the custard cool to room temperature.
### Step 3: Hollow Out the Cupcakes
Once the cupcakes have cooled completely, use a small knife or a cupcake corer to cut out a small hole in the center of each cupcake. Be careful not to cut all the way through the bottom; you want to leave a little base to hold the custard filling.
### Step 4: Fill the Cupcakes with Custard
Using a piping bag or a spoon, fill each hollowed-out cupcake with the prepared vanilla custard. Be generous with the filling—this is the sweet surprise that makes the cupcakes so special!
### Step 5: Prepare the Chocolate Ganache
1. **Heat the cream**: In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium heat until it starts to simmer.
2. **Melt the chocolate**: Place the chocolate chips in a heatproof bowl and pour the hot cream over them. Let it sit for a minute, then stir until the chocolate is completely melted and smooth.
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**Add butter**: Stir in the butter to the ganache for a shiny, smooth finish.
### Step 6: Glaze the Cupcakes
Once the ganache has cooled slightly but is still pourable, drizzle it over the top of each cupcake, covering the custard-filled center. Allow the ganache to set for about 15 minutes before serving.
### Step 7: Serve and Enjoy!
Your Bitten Boston Cream Pie Cupcakes are now ready to be enjoyed. Take a bite, and enjoy the creamy custard, soft cake, and decadent chocolate ganache in every delicious bite!
## Conclusion
Bitten Boston Cream Pie Cupcakes are a delightful twist on the classic dessert that offers a sweet surprise in every bite. With a fluffy vanilla cupcake base, a rich custard filling, and a glossy chocolate ganache topping, these cupcakes deliver the same irresistible flavors of the traditional Boston Cream Pie in a fun, individual-sized form. Whether you’re hosting a party, looking for a unique dessert to bring to a gathering, or just treating yourself to something sweet, these cupcakes are sure to impress.
Not only do they taste incredible, but they also offer an opportunity to be creative with toppings or variations. From adding chopped peanut butter cups to experimenting with caramel swirls, the possibilities are endless. Make these cupcakes for your next occasion, and enjoy the smiles they bring with every bite.
