If you love the rich flavors of a classic Boston Cream Pie, these Boston Cream Pie Cupcakes are about to become your new favorite dessert! They offer the same delicious combination of fluffy vanilla cake, creamy pastry filling, and a decadent chocolate ganache topping—all in a perfectly portioned handheld treat.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

There are countless reasons to make these delightful cupcakes, but here are the top ones:

✔ Classic & Irresistible Flavors – The timeless trio of vanilla, cream, and chocolate is always a hit.
✔ Perfect for Any Occasion – These cupcakes are great for parties, birthdays, holidays, or just a sweet indulgence.
✔ Easy to Make – Even if you’re new to baking, this step-by-step recipe ensures success.
✔ Customizable – Add sprinkles, swap the ganache for caramel, or use flavored fillings for a fun twist!
✔ Make-Ahead Friendly – Prep the cupcakes, filling, and ganache in advance and assemble them when needed.

Ingredients You’ll Need

These cupcakes come together with simple pantry staples, yet the results are incredibly indulgent.

For the Vanilla Cupcakes:

• 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
• 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs, room temperature
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• ½ cup whole milk, room temperature

For the Pastry Cream Filling:

• 2 cups whole milk
• ½ cup granulated sugar
• 3 large egg yolks
• ¼ cup cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Chocolate Ganache Topping:

• ½ cup heavy cream
• ¾ cup semisweet chocolate chips (or chopped chocolate)

How to Make Boston Cream Pie Cupcakes

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