Cookie Dough Cupcakes

Cookie Dough Cupcakes

Introduction

Get ready to enjoy a delicious treat with these Cookie Dough Cupcakes! They are the perfect mix of light vanilla cupcakes topped with rich cookie dough filling and creamy whipped frosting. Every bite is a little piece of heaven!

Why Make This Recipe

Cookie Dough Cupcakes are not just cupcakes; they are a fun dessert that everyone loves! You can make them for parties, birthdays, or just to treat yourself and your family. They are easy to prepare and are sure to please both kids and adults.

How to Make Cookie Dough Cupcakes

Ingredients:

• 2 1⁄2 cups all-purpose unbleached flour
• 2 tsp baking powder
• 1 tsp salt
• 3⁄4 cup butter
• 2 cups sugar
• 2 eggs
• 2 tbsp vanilla extract
• 1 1⁄4 cups milk
• 1 cup butter (for cookie dough filling)
• 2 cups powdered sugar (for cookie dough filling)
• 3⁄4 cup flour (for cookie dough filling)
• 1 tsp vanilla extract (for cookie dough filling)
• 1 tbsp molasses (for cookie dough filling)
• 1 cup mini chocolate chips (for cookie dough filling)
• 2 tbsp water (for whipped cream frosting)
• 1 tsp gelatin (for whipped cream frosting)
• 2 cups cold heavy whipping cream (for whipped cream frosting)
• 1 1⁄4 cups powdered sugar (for whipped cream frosting)

Directions:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with liners.
2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a separate bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Add eggs and vanilla extract, mixing until combined.
5. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients, alternating with milk until just combined.
6. Fill the cupcake liners about 2/3 full with the batter and bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
7. Let cupcakes cool completely.
8. For the cookie dough filling, beat together butter and powdered sugar until smooth.
9. Add flour, vanilla extract, molasses, and mini chocolate chips; mix until well combined.
10. Core the center of each cupcake and fill with cookie dough mixture.
11. For the whipped cream frosting, combine water and gelatin in a small bowl and let sit for 5 minutes.
12. In a large bowl, beat cold heavy whipping cream until soft peaks form. Gradually add powdered sugar and continue to whip until stiff peaks form.
13. Gently fold in the gelatin mixture until well incorporated.
14. Frost the filled cupcakes with the whipped cream frosting and serve.

How to Serve Cookie Dough Cupcakes

Serve these cupcakes on a nice plate and enjoy them with friends or family. They are great for any occasion and will impress everyone!

How to Store Cookie Dough Cupcakes

You can store these cupcakes in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days. If you want to keep them longer, place them in the fridge.

Tips to Make Cookie Dough Cupcakes

• Make sure your butter is at room temperature for easy mixing.
• Use mini chocolate chips for an extra fun texture in the cookie dough filling.
• Allow the cupcakes to cool completely before filling them, so they don’t melt the filling.

Variations

You can switch up the frosting by using chocolate or cream cheese frosting instead of whipped cream. Feel free to experiment with flavors!

FAQs

1. Can I use gluten-free flour?
Yes, you can use a gluten-free flour blend to make these cupcakes gluten-free.

2. How long can I keep these cupcakes?
They stay fresh for about 3 days at room temperature or can be stored in the refrigerator for up to a week.

3. Can I freeze these cupcakes?
Yes, you can freeze the unfilled cupcakes. Just wrap them tightly and thaw them before filling and frosting.