Decorated Football Poke Cupcakes

Score a touchdown with these fun and festive Decorated Football Poke Cupcakes, the perfect dessert for game day gatherings or sports-themed parties! These moist chocolate cupcakes are taken to the next level with a rich ganache filling revealed through a hidden center, making every bite a delightful surprise. Topped with vibrantly green, grass-like whipped frosting and detailed with white icing to mimic football laces or field lines, these cupcakes are not only delicious but also irresistibly playful. Easy-to-follow instructions and optional chocolate football candies make these treats customizable and a surefire crowd-pleaser. Whether you're hosting a tailgate or celebrating a win, these football-themed cupcakes are the ultimate game day dessert that'll win over your team!

Nutriscore Rating: 45/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:18 mins

Total Time:38 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.5 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup brown sugar
• 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
• 1.5 teaspoons baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 cup vegetable oil
• 0.75 cup buttermilk, room temperature
• 1.5 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2 large eggs, room temperature
• 0.75 cup hot water
• 1 cup chocolate chips
• 0.5 cup heavy cream
• 2 cups whipped frosting (chocolate or vanilla)
• 3 drops green food coloring
• 1 tube white icing (for decorating)
• 12 pieces chocolate candies in the shape of footballs (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 12-count muffin tin with cupcake liners.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, cocoa powder, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Whisk until evenly combined.

Step 3

Add the vegetable oil, buttermilk, vanilla extract, and eggs to the dry ingredients. Beat with an electric mixer on medium speed for 1-2 minutes, until smooth.

Step 4

Slowly pour in the hot water while mixing on low speed. The batter will be thin; this is normal.

Step 5

Divide the batter evenly among the 12 cupcake liners, filling each about 2/3 full.

Step 6

Bake for 16-18 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean. Let the cupcakes cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 7

While the cupcakes are cooling, make the chocolate ganache filling by combining chocolate chips and heavy cream in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring after each, until smooth and creamy. Let cool slightly.

Step 8

Using the handle of a wooden spoon or a similar-sized object, poke a hole in the center of each cupcake. Spoon or pipe the ganache into the holes until filled.

Step 9

To make the frosting, tint the whipped frosting green using green food coloring. Mix well until the color is even.

Step 10

Frost each cupcake with the green frosting, creating a smooth or grassy texture to resemble a football field.

Step 11

Use the white icing to pipe football laces or field lines on top of the cupcakes.

Step 12

If desired, place a chocolate candy football on each cupcake for an extra decorative touch.

Step 13

Serve immediately or store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2359.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	8068.7

Total Fat 399.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 171.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 69.4g
Cholesterol 559.5mg	0%
Sodium 5130.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 1123.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 73.0g	0%
Total Sugars 828.2g
Protein 87.4g	0%

Vitamin D 177.2IU	0%
Calcium 879.6mg	0%
Iron 45.3mg	0%
Potassium 4192.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 42.6%

Protein: 4.1%

Carbs: 53.3%