Chocolate Cupcakes with Pumpkin Cheesecake Filling

Indulge in the perfect blend of rich chocolate and creamy pumpkin with our delectable Chocolate Cupcakes with Pumpkin Cheesecake Filling. These moist and decadent cupcakes are the ultimate treat for any chocolate and pumpkin lover. The combination of velvety chocolate cake and creamy pumpkin cheesecake filling creates a symphony of flavors that will leave you craving for more.

Chocolate Cupcakes with Pumpkin Cheesecake Filling

Prep Time:

15 mins

Cook Time:

25 mins

Total Time:

40 mins

Servings:

12

Yield:

12 cupcakes

Ingredients

1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, at room temperature
⅓ cup white sugar
1 egg
2 tablespoons 100% pure pumpkin
6 drops yellow food coloring (Optional)
3 drops red food coloring (Optional)
⅛ teaspoon salt
½ cup semisweet chocolate chips, or more to taste
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 cup white sugar
¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
⅓ cup vegetable oil
1 cup water
1 teaspoon white vinegar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

Step 1

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners.

Step 2

Place cream cheese, 1/3 cup sugar, egg, pumpkin, yellow food coloring, red food coloring, and salt in a bowl. Beat using an electric mixer until thoroughly combined and no lumps remain. Stir in chocolate chips.

Step 3

Whisk flour, 1 cup sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, and 1/2 teaspoon salt together in a large bowl. Mix in water, oil, vinegar, and vanilla extract until batter is well blended.

Step 4

Fill muffin cups 1/2-full with batter; top with 1 tablespoon of the cream cheese mixture. Sprinkle a few chocolate chips on top.

Step 5

Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, about 25 minutes.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

306

Calories

16g

Fat

40g

Carbs

4g

Protein

Complement

The moist and fluffy chocolate cupcakes provide a perfect base for the luscious pumpkin cheesecake filling, offering a delightful contrast in textures. Each bite is a harmonious marriage of rich chocolate and spicy pumpkin, creating a truly irresistible dessert. Topped with a swirl of creamy frosting and a sprinkle of cinnamon, these cupcakes are not only delicious but also visually stunning. Whether you're hosting a fall gathering or simply craving a sweet indulgence, these Chocolate Cupcakes with Pumpkin Cheesecake Filling are sure to be a crowd-pleaser. So, treat yourself and your loved ones to the perfect combination of chocolate and pumpkin in every delightful bite.