For an even richer chocolate flavor, use dark chocolate cake mix and pudding. Ensure cupcakes are completely cool before filling to prevent melting of the pudding. If you don't have a pastry bag, a zip-top bag with a corner snipped off will work in a pinch. Store leftover cupcakes in the refrigerator to maintain the pudding's consistency.
Carlee's Celebrate Spring Cupcakes
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PREP TIME30 mins
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COOK TIME20 mins
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TOTAL TIME1 hrs 20 mins
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SERVING24 People
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VIEWS45
Delight in these whimsical cupcakes, featuring a luscious chocolate surprise nestled within, crowned with a creamy chocolate frosting 'bird's nest' adorned with miniature candy eggs. A perfect treat to celebrate the joys of spring!
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate29 g
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Cholesterol25 mg
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Fiber1 g
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Protein3 g
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Saturated Fat4 g
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Sodium329 mg
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Sugar17 g
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Fat10 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
StepPreheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). (5 minutes)
02
StepGrease 24 muffin cups or line with paper liners. (2 minutes)
03
StepIn a large mixing bowl, combine chocolate cake mix, water, vegetable oil, and eggs. Beat with an electric mixer on medium speed until well combined, approximately 2 minutes. (2 minutes)
04
StepFill prepared muffin cups about 2/3 full with batter. (5 minutes)
05
StepBake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, about 19-23 minutes. (23 minutes)
06
StepAllow cupcakes to cool completely on a wire rack. (30 minutes)
07
StepIn a separate bowl, whisk together the 2 packages of instant chocolate pudding mix with the cold milk until thickened, about 2 minutes. (2 minutes)
08
StepGently fold in the thawed whipped topping into the pudding mixture until smooth and creamy. (2 minutes)
09
StepTransfer about 1 1/2 cups of the chocolate pudding filling into a pastry bag fitted with a large round piping tip. (2 minutes)
10
StepPress the piping tip into the center of each cooled cupcake and fill with about 1 1/2 tablespoons of the pudding mixture, creating a hidden chocolate center. (15 minutes)
11
StepSpoon a heaping tablespoon of the remaining pudding mixture onto the top center of each cupcake, spreading it about 1 1/2 inches wide to resemble a bird's nest. (10 minutes)
12
StepPress chocolate sprinkles into the edges of the 'nests' and carefully place 3 mini chocolate eggs into each nest to complete the charming presentation. (10 minutes)
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Justine Zboncak
May 19, 2025These are the best cupcakes I've ever made!
Reggie Feest
Apr 27, 2025This recipe is easy to follow and the cupcakes are moist and flavorful.
Velma Williamson
Apr 17, 2025These cupcakes were a huge hit at our Easter brunch! The chocolate surprise inside was a fun touch.
Geovany Stoltenberg
Apr 8, 2025The nests are so cute and the kids loved helping decorate them!
Chad Ryan
Apr 7, 2025Be careful not to overfill the cupcakes, or the filling will spill out.
Louie Schamberger
Mar 19, 2025I found that chilling the pudding mixture before piping made it easier to work with.
John Muellerwolff
Feb 20, 2025I used a different flavor of pudding (vanilla) for the nest and it was delicious!
Juwan Kautzer
Feb 20, 2025Next time, I might try adding some chopped nuts to the cake batter for extra texture.
May Adams
Jan 15, 2025A great recipe for getting the kids involved in baking!
Alda Mills
Dec 29, 2024I substituted the chocolate eggs with jelly beans. Still turned out great!