Surprise-Inside Valentine's Cupcakes

Surprise-Inside Valentine's Cupcakes
180 min.
24
355kcal

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Valentine's Day is the perfect occasion to show your loved ones just how much you care, and what better way to do that than with a delightful batch of Surprise-Inside Valentine's Cupcakes? These charming treats are not only visually stunning but also packed with a sweet surprise that will make anyone's heart skip a beat. Imagine biting into a luscious red velvet cupcake only to discover a hidden treasure of heart-shaped cookies nestled inside!

With a combination of rich flavors and a playful twist, these cupcakes are sure to impress at any celebration. The soft, moist red velvet cake pairs beautifully with the sweet marshmallow frosting, creating a delightful contrast that will leave your taste buds dancing. Plus, the heart-shaped cookies add a fun and festive touch, making these cupcakes a perfect centerpiece for your Valentine's Day dessert table.

Whether you're baking for a special someone, a gathering of friends, or even just to treat yourself, these Surprise-Inside Valentine's Cupcakes are a delightful way to spread love and joy. So roll up your sleeves, gather your ingredients, and get ready to create a dessert that will not only satisfy your sweet tooth but also warm the hearts of everyone who takes a bite!

Ingredients

  • 17.5 oz sugar cookie mix 
  • 0.3 cup butter softened
  • tablespoons flour all-purpose
  •  eggs 
  • box john d. taylor's velvet falernum red
  • cup water 
  • 0.5 cup vegetable oil 
  •  eggs 
  • oz marshmallow creme 
  • cup butter softened
  • tablespoons milk 
  • cups powdered sugar 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • wire rack
  • hand mixer
  • toothpicks
  • cookie cutter
  • muffin liners

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 375°F. In medium bowl, stir Heart Cookie ingredients until soft dough forms.
  2. Roll dough 1/4 inch thick on floured surface.
  3. Cut out at least 92 cookies with 1-inch heart-shaped cookie cutter.
  4. Place 1 inch apart on ungreased cookie sheet.
  5. Bake 7 to 9 minutes or until edges are set. Cool on cookie sheet 1 minute.
  6. Remove to cooling racks. Cool completely, about 15 minutes.
  7. Heat oven to 350°F.
  8. Place paper baking cup in each of 24 regular-size muffin cups. Beat Cupcake ingredients in large bowl on low speed 30 seconds, then on medium speed 2 minutes, scraping bowl occasionally (batter will be lumpy).
  9. Spoon 2 level tablespoons cake batter into each of the paper baking cups.
  10. Place row of 3 heart cookies in middle of each cup, standing up in batter. Mark cup or make small cut in cup to identify front of each cupcake. Spoon 1 heaping tablespoon remaining cake batter over heart cookies in each cup, being careful not to tip cookies over.
  11. Bake cupcakes 22 to 27 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool 10 minutes in pan; remove to cooling rack. Cool completely, about 1 hour.
  12. To make Frosting: Beat marshmallow creme, 1 cup softened butter and 1 tablespoon of the milk in large bowl with electric mixer on medium speed until blended. Beat in powdered sugar.
  13. Add more milk, 1 teaspoon at a time, until fluffy and spreadable. Pipe or spread frosting on the cupcakes.
  14. Place remaining heart cookies on tops of cupcakes with front of each cookie facing front of cupcake. (People will know which direction to cut or bite into cupcakes to see the hearts.)

Nutrition Facts

Calories355kcal
Protein3.23%
Fat38.87%
Carbs57.9%

Properties

Glycemic Index
8.88
Glycemic Load
0.53
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
3.1934782733088%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:354.8kcal
17.74%
Fat:15.79g
24.29%
Saturated Fat:7.45g
46.57%
Carbohydrates:52.91g
17.64%
Net Carbohydrates:52.46g
19.08%
Sugar:36.31g
40.34%
Cholesterol:54.47mg
18.16%
Sodium:300.11mg
13.05%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.95g
5.9%
Selenium:5.03µg
7.18%
Vitamin A:356.3IU
7.13%
Phosphorus:67.79mg
6.78%
Iron:1.07mg
5.93%
Folate:20.01µg
5%
Vitamin B2:0.08mg
4.82%
Vitamin E:0.64mg
4.3%
Copper:0.08mg
4.06%
Vitamin B1:0.05mg
3.62%
Calcium:35.49mg
3.55%
Vitamin K:3.26µg
3.11%
Magnesium:9.97mg
2.49%
Manganese:0.05mg
2.46%
Vitamin B3:0.44mg
2.19%
Potassium:74.79mg
2.14%
Fiber:0.46g
1.83%
Zinc:0.26mg
1.74%
Vitamin B5:0.16mg
1.57%
Vitamin B12:0.09µg
1.5%
Vitamin B6:0.02mg
1.03%
Vitamin D:0.15µg
1.02%