Fauxtess Cupcakes

Indulge in nostalgia with these delectable Fauxtess Cupcakes, a homemade twist on the iconic crème-filled treat! These moist chocolate cupcakes are filled with a fluffy marshmallow cream filling and topped with a glossy semisweet chocolate glaze for the ultimate handheld dessert. Each one is finished with the signature white swirl for that classic look, making them perfect for parties, lunchboxes, or a fun baking session at home. With simple ingredients like cocoa powder, powdered sugar, and a touch of vanilla, this whimsical recipe brings back childhood memories while letting you create a bakery-quality treat in your own kitchen. Ready in under an hour, these cupcakes are the perfect mix of rich, creamy, and irresistibly sweet!

Nutriscore Rating: 45/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1.25 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 1 large Egg
• 0.5 cup Whole milk
• 0.25 cup Vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.5 cup Boiling water
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter (room temperature)
• 1.5 cups Powdered sugar
• 1 cup Marshmallow cream
• 3 tablespoons Heavy cream
• 1 cup Semisweet chocolate chips
• 1 tablespoon Light corn syrup

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 12-cup muffin pan with cupcake liners.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

Step 3

In a large bowl, beat the egg, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until well combined.

Step 4

Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined.

Step 5

Carefully stir in the boiling water until the batter is smooth. Note: The batter will be thin.

Step 6

Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners, filling them about halfway.

Step 7

Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean. Let the cupcakes cool completely on a wire rack.

Step 8

For the filling, beat the butter in a medium bowl until creamy. Gradually mix in the powdered sugar until smooth.

Step 9

Add the marshmallow cream and 1 tablespoon of heavy cream. Beat until fluffy. Transfer the filling to a piping bag fitted with a small round tip.

Step 10

Once the cupcakes are cool, insert the tip of the piping bag into the center of each cupcake and pipe in the filling. Set aside.

Step 11

For the chocolate glaze, heat the chocolate chips, 2 tablespoons of heavy cream, and light corn syrup in a microwave-safe bowl in 20-second intervals, stirring until smooth.

Step 12

Dip the tops of the filled cupcakes into the glaze, letting any excess drip off. Place them back on the wire rack to set.

Step 13

For the white swirl, spoon some of the leftover filling into a small piping bag fitted with a fine tip. Pipe a swirl or loops onto the top of each cupcake to mimic the classic design.

Step 14

Let the cupcakes set for about 15 minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1676.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5904.9

Total Fat 257.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 131.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 35.7g
Cholesterol 537.5mg	0%
Sodium 2025.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 934.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 62.9g	0%
Total Sugars 687.5g
Protein 66.9g	0%

Vitamin D 165.8IU	0%
Calcium 526.5mg	0%
Iron 35.1mg	0%
Potassium 3061.5mg	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: 36.6%

Protein: 4.2%

Carbs: 59.2%