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Chocolate Cheesecake Cupcakes with Cherry Filling

Delightful chocolate cupcakes filled with a creamy cheesecake center and topped with sweet cherry filling, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cupcake Batter
  • 1 cup chocolate cupcake mix
  • 1 cup cream cheese Softened for smooth texture.
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup cherry pie filling
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips Optional, for richer flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon cocoa powder For dusting.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake tin with wrappers.
  2. Prepare the chocolate cupcake batter according to package instructions and fill the cupcake liners 3/4 full.
  3. In a separate bowl, beat the cream cheese, sugar, egg, vanilla extract, and sour cream until smooth.
  4. Spoon a small amount of the cream cheese mixture into each cupcake batter, creating a cheesecake center.
Baking
  1. Bake cupcakes for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  2. Allow cupcakes to cool, then use a heart-shaped cookie cutter to cut a heart out of the top of each cupcake.
  3. Spoon cherry pie filling into the center of each cupcake.
  4. Dust with cocoa powder if desired and serve.

Notes

Store any leftover cupcakes in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. For longer storage, freeze them wrapped well for up to two months. Thaw in the fridge before serving. Consider adding a dollop of whipped cream or a drizzle of chocolate sauce for extra flair.