Best 2 Surprise Graduation Cupcakes Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful culinary escapade with our enticing Surprise Graduation Cupcakes, the perfect treats to celebrate academic achievements and shower graduates with love and appreciation. These delectable cupcakes come in three captivating flavors: classic Vanilla, rich Chocolate, and tangy Lemon. Each cupcake is meticulously crafted with premium ingredients, ensuring a moist and fluffy texture that melts in your mouth. The Vanilla cupcakes exude a timeless charm, while the Chocolate cupcakes offer an irresistible cocoa indulgence. The Lemon cupcakes provide a refreshing citrus twist, leaving a burst of tangy delight in every bite. These Surprise Graduation Cupcakes are not just delicious; they are also visually stunning. Each cupcake is adorned with a graduation cap-shaped chocolate, symbolizing the momentous occasion. Whether you're a proud graduate, a supportive family member, or a friend cheering on a loved one's accomplishments, these cupcakes are the perfect way to commemorate this special milestone.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SURPRISE GRADUATION CUPCAKES



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Get your chocolate fix with four kinds of chocolate tucked into fun cupcakes.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 2h5m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 box Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ devil's food cake mix
Water, vegetable oil and eggs as called for on cake mix box
24 milk chocolate candy drops or pieces, unwrapped
3 cups powdered sugar
1/3 cup butter or margarine, softened
2 oz. white baking bars, melted (from 6-oz package)
1 teaspoon vanilla
3 to 4 tablespoons milk
1/2 cup dark chocolate chips, melted

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F (325°F for dark or nonstick pans). Place paper baking cup in each of 24 regular-size muffin cups. Make cake batter as directed on box. Divide batter evenly among muffin cups (about two-thirds full). Press 1 milk chocolate drop in center of each muffin cup.
  • Bake and cool as directed on box for 24 cupcakes.
  • In medium bowl, beat powdered sugar, butter, melted baking bar and vanilla with electric mixer on low speed until blended. Gradually beat in milk until smooth and creamy. Frost cupcakes; pipe year with melted dark chocolate onto each cupcake. Store loosely covered.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 260, Carbohydrate 36 g, Cholesterol 35 mg, Fat 2 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1 Cupcake, Sodium 180 mg, Sugar 28 g, TransFat 0 g

CHOCOLATE SURPRISE CUPCAKES



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Rich chocolate cupcakes with cream cheese and chocolate chip center. Also known as Black Bottom Cupcakes.

Provided by Kelly Smith

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     Holiday Cake Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups white sugar
½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons baking soda
⅔ cup vegetable oil
2 cups water
2 tablespoons vinegar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1 egg
½ cup white sugar
¼ teaspoon salt
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line 24 muffin cups with paper liners.
  • In a large bowl, mix together flour, 2 cups sugar, cocoa, 1 teaspoon salt and baking soda. Stir in oil, water, vinegar and vanilla until blended. Pour mixture into prepared muffin cups, filling each 2/3 full.
  • To make the filling: In a medium bowl, beat together the cream cheese, egg, 1/2 cup sugar and 1/4 teaspoon salt until light and fluffy. Stir in chocolate chips. Drop a heaping teaspoonful of the cream cheese mixture into each cupcake. Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes. Allow to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 265.3 calories, Carbohydrate 38.5 g, Cholesterol 18 mg, Fat 12 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 3.2 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, Sodium 258.6 mg, Sugar 24.8 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients: Fresh ingredients will give your cupcakes the best flavor and texture. If possible, use organic or locally-sourced ingredients.
  • Cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy: This will help incorporate air into the batter, making the cupcakes light and airy.
  • Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition: This will help prevent the batter from curdling.
  • Be careful not to overmix the batter: Overmixing can make the cupcakes tough.
  • Fill the cupcake liners about 2/3 full: This will help prevent the cupcakes from overflowing.
  • Bake the cupcakes until they are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean: The baking time will vary depending on the size of the cupcakes.
  • Let the cupcakes cool completely before frosting them: This will help prevent the frosting from melting.

Conclusion:

These surprise graduation cupcakes are the perfect way to celebrate a graduate's special day. They are easy to make and can be customized to the graduate's favorite colors and flavors. With a little creativity, you can create a truly unique and memorable graduation cupcake that the graduate will love.

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