Cherry Cheesecake Stuffed Cupcakes will win over anybody’s heart (and not just for Valentine’s Day either). Really though, you can’t beat chocolate cupcakes stuffed with cherry pie filling and no bake cheesecake.
Valentine’s Day is next week, and do you know what that means? The Holiday Food Party bloggers are back with recipes served with love. You know, I’m not sure if I’ve ever had a Valentine before. Sure, I’ve gotten flowers, candy, and those cheesy cards before, but I don’t think I’ve ever been on a Valentine date. Not that I’d spend my evening at a crowded restaurant, but I’d love to make a dinner and dessert for two (although I’d do that any day of the week, not just February 14). And flowers, well I don’t even like flowers that much. One time I got a carnation and my cat kept eating it. We had to hide it behind bags of potato chips on top of the refrigerator and block access so he would stop (little brat). Want to win my heart? Give me a bouquet of cupcakes. Really really want to win my heart? Give me these Cherry Cheesecake Stuffed Cupcakes because we all know how obsessed I am with cheesecake. Chocolate, cherry, cheesecake, whipped cream. Sounds like a romantic dessert, no?
I had the idea for these cupcakes back in July when sour cherries are in season. Except I was so busy traveling, I completely missed it (cherry picking has a very small window, unlike strawberries and peaches). Originally I wanted to make the cherry pie filling from scratch, but it’s nearly impossible in the winter. After striking out on finding frozen sour cherries (not sweet), I did find a can of plain sour cherries. However, after looking at the price tag, I settled on canned pie filling.
As you can imagine, these cupcakes do take some time to assemble, but it doesn’t have to be in the same day. Make the cupcakes and cheesecake filling one night then stuff and frost the next night.
Even though they do require refrigeration, I like to take them out roughly 30 minutes before serving to let the cake “thaw” a bit at room temperature (I’m not a fan of eating cold cake straight from the fridge). Of course that’s in the winter. If the weather is warm, you’ll have to use your judgment (especially if the whipped cream starts to melt).
Cherry Cheesecake Stuffed Cupcakes
Cherry Cheesecake Stuffed Cupcakes will win over anybody’s heart (and not just for Valentine’s Day either). Really though, you can’t beat chocolate cupcakes stuffed with cherry pie filling and no bake cheesecake.
Ingredients
- 1 cup + 2 tablespoons all purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup + 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 2/3 cup buttermilk
Filling
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla
- 1/2 cup cherry pie filling (homemade or store bought)
Whipped Cream Frosting
- 3/4 cup heavy whipping cream
- 3 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350F. Line a cupcake pan with 12 paper liners.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat together the sugar and oil until smooth. Beat in the egg and vanilla. Alternating between the flour and buttermilk, gradually add the flour in 3 parts and the buttermilk in 2 parts.
- Fill liners with batter. Bake 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the middle comes out almost clean (you want a little bit of chocolate so they aren’t too dry). Cool completely.
- For the filling: In a large mixing bowl, beat together the sugar, cream cheese, and vanilla until smooth and fluffy. Set aside.
- For the frosting: In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream until it thickens. Gradually beat in the sugar and vanilla. Beat on high until stiff peaks form (when you pull the beaters straight up, peaks form and won't fall over). Reserve 2 tablespoons. Keep the rest cold in the refrigerator.
- Cut a hole out of each cupcake, being careful not to cut through the bottom. Reserve the tops but discard the rest of the crumbs.
- Fold the reserved 2 tablespoons whipped cream into the cheesecake filling. Spoon about a tablespoon into each cupcake then spoon 2 cherries on top. Top with a reserved cupcake top. Repeat with the remaining cupcakes.
- Fill a pastry bag with the frosting. Pipe on top of each cupcake. Top with a cherry. Keep refrigerated in an airtight container.
Source: Adapted from 125 Best Cupcake Recipes (Amazon affiliate link)
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If you enjoyed these Cherry Cheesecake Stuffed Cupcakes, you may also like these recipes from me:
Want more recipes for love? Check out the rest of the Holiday Food Party bloggers:
1. Chocolate Dipped Sttrawberry Hi Hat Cupcakes (Gluten Free) from Pineapple and Coconut
2. Frosted Cream Cheese Cutout Cookies from Magnolia Days
3. White Chocolate Mousse with Frangelico from That Skinny Chick Can Bake
4. Chocolate Caramel Pretzel ‘n Chip Tart from Gotta Get Baked
5. White Chocolate Cherry Brownies from The Messy Baker
6. Chocolate Champagne Cupcakes from The Girl in the Little Red Kitchen
7. Sugar-Free Blueberry Yogurt Truffles from What Smells So Good
8. Strawberry Cheesecake Heart Pie from Hungry Couple NYC
9 Red Velvet Heart Sandwich Cookies from Jen’s Favorite Cookies
10. Chocolate Cannoli Cones from Created By Diane
11. Cherry Cheesecake Stuffed Cupcakes from Chocolate Moosey
12. Nutella Brownie Cheesecake No-Churn Ice Cream from Cupcakes and Kale Chips
13. Valentines Smores Hearts from Kelly Bakes
14. Chocolate Hazelnut Cookies from Roxana’s Home Baking
Kate | Food Babbles says
These are beautiful! What a genius idea. This sound fantastic. Love that you combined two of my very favorite things! I’ll need to make these soon for sure
Carla says
Thanks Kate!
brenda Starr says
I truly would love making these …I’am a baker for friends an Family.! I have been making new cupcake are my thing right now I’am a master in making Cheesecake now it more cupcake move . I find people like to grab an go easy way have a cupcake.!!
Heather @ Sugar Dish Me says
Geez Carla! These cupcakes are amazing!!! Love chocolate, cheesecake, cherry pie filling, alla that. Yum!
Carla says
I knew I had to make them over the top ;) Thanks!
Lori @ RecipeGirl says
These are incredibly genius and PRETTY :)
Carla says
Thanks Lori :)
Liz says
Oh, that is one killer filling! I love these gorgeous cupcakes!
Carla says
Isn’t it? Thanks!
Ali says
These look divine Chocolate Moosey :) I was bummed when I saw how expensive those sour cherries were too. Suddenly a pie that costs $15 to make didn’t seem all that appealing to me ;) Love these cupcakes. Cheesecake makes everything better!
Carla says
Yea the canned cherries were a bit pricey ($4-$5 in Wal Mart). We will just have to wait until summer for fresh, cheaper cherries and make pies to our hearts content ;)
Shanna @ pineapple and coconut says
Funny about your cat trying to eat the carnation! And YAY for cupcakes!
Carla says
Yea he was such a brat. He tried eating a cactus too, but he didn’t get very far haha
Nancy @ gottagetbaked says
I really need to start shoving things into other things because stuffed food is the best! These cupcakes look incredible, Carla. Don’t sell yourself short on the canned pie filling. I think it’s delicious. I really wish I were biting into one of these and experiencing all the different layers of textures ‘n flavours!
Carla says
Stuffed desserts FTW!
Brianne @ Cupcakes & Kale Chips says
Mmm, Carla, I want to sink my teeth into these!!
Carla says
Thanks Brianne!
Roxana | Roxana's Home Baking says
One of my favorite desserts is cheesecake, chocolate cheesecake to be exact and the thought of these cheesecake stuffed chocolate cupcakes makes my heart beat faster. Yes, I’m pretty sure a bouquet of these cupcakes tell “I love you” like no other
Carla says
Oh this sounds perfect for you then! Thanks Roxana.
Jess @ Flying on Jess Fuel says
How cute for Valentine’s Day!! I love cherry anything, but especially when combined with chocolate!
Carla says
Can’t go wrong with cherry and chocolate. Thanks Jess!
Renee says
Brilliant recipe Carla. And such beautiful cupcakes with a lovely treat inside.
Dina says
oh wow that stuffing is amazing!
Anita at Hungry Couple says
We always stay in on Valentine’s Day. No desire to overpay at an over crowded restaurant. I wouldn’t mind having someone drop off these cupcakes for dessert, though. :)
Anna (Hidden Ponies) says
Some cupcakes are so not worth it…but these look worth every single bite! Love that filling!
Kirsten says
Carla, these cupcake look awesome–I’ve been layering appetizers lately but I think its time to start stuffing things. Thanks!
Diane {Created by Diane} says
Oh my goodness cherry filling…..loving these and they are so pretty. What a wonderful Valentine’s Treat!
Susan says
Stuffed cupcakes for the win! Although I see a big mess with these, not that there’s a problem with that. You cheesecake queen you!
Anita at Hungry Couple says
Suddenly I have an overwhelming urge to stuff a cupcake!
Sarah Reid, RHNC (@jo_jo_ba) says
Love Cherry Cheesecake!! These are adorable :-)
[email protected] says
Mmmm, I bet these taste just heavenly!! :)
Baking for kids says
Fabulous i was looking for something i could apply to a mini cupcake but i think i would not get enough filling in mini ones ,its such a good recipe though im gonna have to make full size ones ,
Carla says
I agree mini cupcakes wouldn’t have enough room for filling, but hopefully you get a chance to try these regular sized!