Decadent Neapolitan Cream Cupcakes
These indulgent cupcakes combine the flavors of chocolate, vanilla, and strawberry, topped with luscious ganache and a creamy filling, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Cupcake Batter
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup hot water
Strawberry Cream Filling
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup pureed strawberries
Vanilla Cream Filling
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Chocolate Ganache Topping
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 4 oz semisweet chocolate chips
Optional Decorations
- Sprinkles
- Fresh strawberries
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cocoa powder.
- In another bowl, whisk the eggs, buttermilk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Gradually add the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
- Slowly stir in the hot water until the batter is smooth.
Baking
- Carefully divide the batter into the cupcake liners, filling each about two-thirds full.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Allow the cupcakes to cool completely on a wire rack.
Making Fillings
- For the strawberry cream filling, use a mixer to beat the heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold in the pureed strawberries.
- For the vanilla cream filling, repeat the mixing process with another cup of heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
Filling Cupcakes
- Once the cupcakes have cooled, cut a small hole in the center of each one.
- Fill the holes with alternating layers of strawberry and vanilla cream fillings.
Chocolate Ganache
- Heat the heavy cream in a small saucepan until it starts to simmer.
- Remove from heat and add the chocolate chips, stirring until smooth.
- Spoon the ganache over the top of each cupcake.
Decoration
- Decorate with sprinkles or fresh strawberries before serving.
- Enjoy your cupcakes!
Notes
For richer flavor, use high-quality cocoa powder and vanilla extract. Cream fillings can be made a day in advance. Store-bought strawberry puree can speed up the process. Use whipped cream instead of ganache for a lighter option.