Big Brain Cupcakes Recipe

Name: Big Brain Cupcakes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb Musketeers miniatures candy bar; 1 ½ cups heavy cream; 1 (8 ounce) box cream cheese, softened; 1 lb M&M's semi-sweet chocolate baking bits; 1 (18 1/4 ounce) box spice cake mix; 4 eggs; 1 cup buttermilk; ½ cup vegetable oil; 1 cup old fashioned oats; blue paper baking cup; 24 wooden toothpicks (optional); paper, banners (optional); tape (optional) or child safe glue (optional)

Servings: persons

1 lb Musketeers miniatures candy bar
1 ½ cups heavy cream
1 (8 ounce) box cream cheese, softened
1 lb M&M's semi-sweet chocolate baking bits
1 (18 1/4 ounce) box spice cake mix
4 eggs
1 cup buttermilk
½ cup vegetable oil
1 cup old fashioned oats
blue paper baking cup
24 wooden toothpicks (optional)
paper, banners (optional)
tape (optional) or child safe glue (optional)

1
Make frosting: Combine 2 cups chopped 3 MUSKETEERS Brand FUN SIZE Bars with 1 cup heavy cream.
2
Microwave for 1 minute, stirring frequently until smooth.
3
Chill mixture for 1 hour.
4
Beat cream cheese until smooth and blend with chilled 3 MUSKETEERS Brand FUN SIZE Bars mixture.
5
Set aside 1 cup of frosting and spoon rest into resealable bag, snip off a 1/3-inch corner, chill until ready to use.
6
Make cupcakes: Combine cake mix with eggs, buttermilk and oil.
7
Fold in oats and M&M'S BAKING MINIS Chocolate Candies into batter.
8
Divide batter evenly between 24 muffin cups fitted with paper cupcake liners.
9
Bake in preheated 350-degree oven for 20-25 minutes.
10
Cool completely.
11
Spread cupcakes tops with thin layer of frosting.
12
Pipe brain shapes on top.
13
Add a toothpick banner if desired and sprinkle with M&M'S BAKING MINIS Chocolate Candies.

1915

kcal

Calories

163

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb Musketeers miniatures candy bar, 1 ½ cups heavy cream, 1 (8 ounce) box cream cheese, softened, 1 lb M&M's semi-sweet chocolate baking bits, and more.

Yes, Big Brain Cupcakes falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Big Brain Cupcakes

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