Soft vanilla cupcakes filled with silky custard and topped with glossy chocolate ganache—these Boston Cream Pie Cupcakes are a mini twist on the classic dessert.
Perfect for birthdays, parties, or anytime you want a bakery-style treat at home, these cupcakes combine fluffy cake, creamy filling, and rich chocolate for the ultimate indulgence.
🛒 Ingredients (Makes 12 Cupcakes)
Cupcakes
1¼ cups all-purpose flour
¾ cup granulated sugar
1½ teaspoons baking powder
¼ teaspoon salt
½ cup unsalted butter, softened
2 large eggs
½ cup milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Custard Filling
1 cup whole milk
3 tablespoons sugar
2 egg yolks
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Chocolate Ganache
½ cup heavy cream
¾ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Bake the Cupcakes
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
Mix flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.
Add butter, eggs, milk, and vanilla; beat until smooth.
Divide batter evenly into liners.
Bake 18–20 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
Cool completely before filling.
2️⃣ Make the Custard
Heat milk in a saucepan until warm (not boiling).
In a bowl, whisk egg yolks, sugar, and cornstarch until smooth.
Slowly pour warm milk into the egg mixture while whisking.
Return to saucepan and cook on medium heat, stirring constantly, until thick.
Remove from heat, stir in vanilla, and cool completely.
3️⃣ Fill the Cupcakes
Cut a small hole in the center of each cupcake.
Spoon or pipe custard into the middle.
4️⃣ Make the Ganache
Heat heavy cream until just simmering.
Pour over chocolate chips and let sit 2 minutes.
Stir until smooth and glossy.
5️⃣ Finish & Serve
Spoon or dip cupcake tops in ganache.
Let ganache set slightly before serving.
💡 Tips for Perfect Boston Cream Pie Cupcakes
Chill custard before filling to prevent runny centers.
Use a piping bag for clean, bakery-style filling.
Allow ganache to cool slightly for thicker topping.
Don’t overbake cupcakes—softness is key.
🔄 Variations
Mini Cupcakes: Perfect bite-sized party treats.
Mocha Ganache: Add espresso powder for a coffee twist.
Strawberry Cream Version: Mix fresh strawberry purée into the custard.
Gluten-Free: Use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend.
🍽️ Serving Suggestions
Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Pair with coffee, espresso, or milk.
Garnish with chocolate shavings for an elegant touch.
🌟 Final Thoughts
Boston Cream Pie Cupcakes are a fun, delicious way to enjoy a classic dessert in portable form. With fluffy vanilla cake, creamy custard filling, and rich chocolate ganache, they’re guaranteed to impress guests—or just make your day a little sweeter 🧁🍫✨.