Get ready to embark on a delectable journey that will transform your baking game forever! These Amazon Cream Cheese Cupcakes are not just another dessert – they're a creamy, dreamy sensation that will have your taste buds dancing with joy. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a curious kitchen newbie, this recipe promises to deliver mouthwatering cupcakes that are impossibly easy to make and absolutely impossible to resist. Prepare to become the star baker in your circle with these divine, velvety-smooth cupcakes that combine the rich tanginess of cream cheese with a perfect, tender crumb!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 35 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 12 servings
Ingredients
- 1 package cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with cupcake liners or lightly grease the cups with butter or cooking spray.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy using an electric mixer on medium speed.
- Gradually add sugar to the cream cheese, continuing to mix until well combined and slightly fluffy.
- Add vanilla extract and mix thoroughly.
- Incorporate eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition and scraping down the sides of the bowl to ensure even mixing.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt to create the dry ingredient mixture.
- Slowly fold the dry ingredients into the cream cheese mixture, stirring gently until just combined. Do not overmix.
- If using, fold in chocolate chips gently, distributing them evenly throughout the batter.
- Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about 2/3 full.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean.
- Remove from oven and let cupcakes cool in the pan for 5 minutes.
- Transfer cupcakes to a wire rack to cool completely before serving or decorating.
Tips
- Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature before starting – this helps create a smoother, more consistent batter.
- Don't overmix the batter! Mix just until ingredients are combined to keep the cupcakes tender and light.
- Use an ice cream scoop or measuring cup to distribute batter evenly for uniform cupcakes.
- For extra moisture, let the cream cheese sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes before mixing.
- Optional chocolate chips can be lightly coated in flour before adding to prevent them from sinking to the bottom.
- Check cupcakes a few minutes before the recommended baking time – every oven is slightly different.
- Allow cupcakes to cool completely before decorating to prevent frosting from melting.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days for maximum freshness.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 250kcal
Carbohydrates: 25g
Protein: 6g
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Cholesterol: 75mg
