Cupcake Surprise Recipe

Wow your kids with these unbelievably delicious and customizable cupcakes! Perfect for birthdays, holidays, showers, or any celebration. Choose from classic chocolate or delightful butterscotch centers – the possibilities are endless! Easy to make and guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser.

Prep Time 20 mins

Cook Time 30 mins

Calories 138.2 kcal

Protein 4g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Cupcake Surprise

Butterscotch Cake Mix
Eggs
Water
Vegetable Oil
Philadelphia Cream Cheese
1 large egg
¼ cup (50g) granulated sugar
Chocolate Chips

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How to Make Cupcake Surprise

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
Prepare your favorite boxed cake mix according to package directions. Fill each cupcake liner ¾ full.
Make the creamy center filling:
In a medium bowl, beat 1 large egg with 4 ounces (113g) softened cream cheese and ¼ cup (50g) granulated sugar until smooth and creamy.
Stir in ½ cup (70g) semi-sweet chocolate chips OR ½ cup (70g) butterscotch chips.
Mix until well combined.
Using a teaspoon, place 2 teaspoons of the filling into the center of each cupcake batter.
Bake for 20-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Let the cupcakes cool completely in the muffin tin before frosting and decorating.
Get creative with your frosting and decorations to match any theme!
Enjoy your Cupcake Surprise!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

1 g

Sugar

49g

Fat

19g

Carbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Cupcake Surprise?

Cupcake Surprise takes about 50 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 30 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Cupcake Surprise?

Cupcake Surprise has approximately 138.2 calories per serving, with about 4 g protein, 4 g carbohydrates and 14 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Cupcake Surprise?

The key ingredients for Cupcake Surprise are Butterscotch Cake Mix, Eggs, Water, Vegetable Oil, Philadelphia Cream Cheese, Egg. See the full list with measurements above.