Triple Chocolate Cupcakes with Chocolate Ganache Recipe
Get ready for a chocolate overload with these Triple Chocolate Cupcakes! They’re incredibly moist and packed with rich, dark chocolate flavor in every bite.
We start with a shortcut using a boxed cake mix, but the real magic happens inside. Each cupcake is stuffed with a creamy mixture of chocolate pudding and chocolate chips, giving you a delicious surprise with every bite. And to top it all off, these decadent cupcakes are finished with a luscious chocolate ganache.
If you’re a chocolate lover, these cupcakes are a dream come true!
Recipe Highlights
Basically, these cupcakes are the ultimate chocolate indulgence!

Ingredients for Triple Chocolate Cupcakes
- chocolate cake mix
- chocolate instant pudding and pie filling mix
- whole milk
- chocolate chips
- bittersweet chocolate
- heavy whipping cream
Get the full ingredient list and full instructions in the printable recipe card below.
Equipment Needed
- cupcake liners
- muffin pan
- large bowl or use a stand mixer with a paddle attachment
- small bowl
- wire cooling rack
Variations
Chocolate Cake Mix – You can use any type of cake mix to create your own version of this cupcake recipe.
Chocolate Pudding Mix – Try using a vanilla or butterscotch pudding mix to create a new flavored recipe.
Chocolate Ganache – You can top these cupcakes with pretty much any kind of ganache or frosting.

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How to Store Cupcakes for Best Results
Room Temperature:
- Frosted cupcakes: If your cupcakes have frosting, it’s usually fine to keep them at room temperature in an airtight container for up to two days.
- Unfrosted cupcakes: Without frosting, cupcakes can dry out a bit faster. Store them in an airtight container at room temperature for one to two days.
Refrigerator:
- Frosted cupcakes: If you have already frosted your cupcakes, the fridge is your best bet. Frosted cupcakes can last up to a week in the refrigerator if stored in an airtight container.
- Unfrosted cupcakes: If you wait to frost your cupcake until later, unfrosted cupcakes can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to three days.
Freezer:
- For longer storage: Both frosted and unfrosted cupcakes freeze well. Wrap them individually in plastic wrap and then place them in a freezer-safe container or bag. They can last for two to three months in the freezer. Â
Tips for the best results:
- Airtight is key: No matter where you store your cupcakes, an airtight container is essential to prevent them from drying out or absorbing odors from other foods. Â
- Avoid stacking: If possible, avoid stacking frosted cupcakes directly on top of each other, as this can damage the frosting.
- Thawing frozen cupcakes: When you’re ready to enjoy your frozen cupcakes, let them thaw in the refrigerator overnight or at room temperature for a few hours.
By following these tips, you can ensure that your cupcakes stay fresh and delicious for as long as possible!
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Printable Recipe for Triple Chocolate Cupcakes with Chocolate Ganache

Triple Chocolate Cupcakes with Chocolate Ganache Recipe
Ingredients
For cupcakes:
- 13 ounces chocolate cake mix prepared batter
- 3.4 ounces chocolate instant pudding and pie filling mix
- 1 cups whole milk cold
- 1 cups semi sweet chocolate chopped or 1 c. chocolate chips
For Chocolate Ganache:
- 9 ounces bittersweet chocolate chopped
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Place 14-16 liners in muffin tin. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, prepare the batter of whatever recipe you chose for your chocolate cake batter. You will need any necessary ingredients to add to that mix (check box for ingredients)
- In a small bowl, mix the milk, chocolate pudding mix and the chocolate chips until blended. Set aside.
- Spoon the chocolate cake batter into muffin tins about 2/3rds of the way full. You should have enough batter for about a dozen and a half cupcakes.
- Scoop a tablespoon or two of the chocolate pudding mixture on top in the center of each cupcake. Just leave it there on top, don't mess with it or try to push it down.
- Bake for about 20-24 minutes. (or until a toothpick inserted in the middle comes out clean)
- Allow to cool on a wire rack before adding the chocolate ganache.
- Heat the cream in a small sauce pan over medium heat. Bring just to a boil, as it’s starting to bubble, but not froth, pour the chopped chocolate in and then whisk until nice and smooth.
- Remove from stove and allow to cool for about 10-20 minutes before pouring onto the cupcakes.


This looks like the perfect way to squelch a chocolate craving! Your last picture really has me wanting these, so enticing. Sometimes we play with flavors to much so it is always great to come back to a classic chocolate cupcake. Well done!
Tina, I couldn’t agree more. We try these exotic desserts and these amazing flavor combinations, but as a chocolate girl, I almost always head back to my tried and true, my classic chocolate. 🙂 Thanks for the sweet comment!
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