These delectable cupcakes feature a rich chocolate base with a creamy cheesecake-like filling in the center, making them a delightful treat for any occasion.
Preparation time
20min
Cooking time
25min
Ingredients
12 Servings
- 150 g all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 225 g cream cheese
- 1 egg
- 200 g granulated sugar
- 50 g granulated sugar for filling
- 120 g mini semisweet chocolate chips
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 30 g unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 80 ml vegetable oil
- 240 ml water
- 1 tbsp white vinegar
Directions
Step 1
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a cupcake tin with paper liners.
Step 2
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, 200g granulated sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
Step 3
Add the water, vegetable oil, vinegar, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix until well combined.
Step 4
In another bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, egg, and 50g granulated sugar until smooth. Stir in the chocolate chips.
Step 5
Fill each cupcake liner about one-third full with the chocolate batter. Top each with a spoonful of the cream cheese mixture.
Step 6
Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the chocolate portion of the cupcakes comes out clean.
Step 7
Allow the cupcakes to cool in the tin for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.