Chocolate Chip Cookie Cupcakes are a delightful fusion of soft, moist cupcakes and the beloved flavors of classic chocolate chip cookies. These unique treats begin with a light, vanilla-infused cupcake base studded with mini chocolate chips, merging the best aspects of both desserts into one irresistible creation. The cupcakes are then topped with a rich, cookie dough-flavored frosting, complete with bits of real chocolate chips and a sprinkle of sea salt to enhance the flavors. Perfect for birthday parties, gatherings, or as a special treat for chocolate chip cookie lovers, these cupcakes offer a fun and tasty twist on traditional baked goods that are sure to captivate and satisfy dessert enthusiasts of all ages.
Ingredients:
For the Cupcakes:
- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- ½ cup milk
- 1 cup mini chocolate chips
For the Cookie Dough Frosting:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup light brown sugar, packed
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk
- ½ cup mini chocolate chips (for mixing into the frosting)
- Extra mini chocolate chips and sea salt for garnish
Directions:
- Preheat the Oven and Prepare the Pans:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin pan with cupcake liners.
- Mix Dry Ingredients:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Cream Butter and Sugar:
- In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar with an electric mixer until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract.
- Combine the Mixtures:
- Alternately add the dry ingredients and milk to the butter mixture, starting and ending with the dry ingredients. Fold in the mini chocolate chips.
- Bake the Cupcakes:
- Divide the batter evenly among the prepared cupcake liners, filling each about 2/3 full. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean. Remove from the oven and let cool completely on a wire rack.
- Make the Cookie Dough Frosting:
- In a large bowl, beat the softened butter, brown sugar, and vanilla extract until creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar, beating until smooth. Add milk and beat until the frosting reaches a spreadable consistency. Stir in the mini chocolate chips.
- Decorate the Cupcakes:
- Once the cupcakes are completely cooled, frost them with the cookie dough frosting using a piping bag or a knife. Sprinkle additional mini chocolate chips and a pinch of sea salt on top of each cupcake.
Chocolate Chip Cookie Cupcakes are sure to delight anyone who enjoys the sweet, comforting taste of chocolate chip cookies and the tender crumb of cupcakes. This hybrid dessert combines familiar flavors in a novel form, making it a hit for any occasion or simply as a delicious treat to brighten your day.
