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Home » Recipes » White Chocolate Irish Cream Cupcakes Recipe

White Chocolate Irish Cream Cupcakes Recipe

March 9, 2019 Updated: March 19, 2021 By Julie Menghini 59 Comments

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4 grid photo showing 4 different ways to decorate basketweave cupcakes including 1. Basketweave 2. Shamrock with a flour 3. Nest and candy eggs, 4. Spring flowers.

White Chocolate Irish Cream Cupcakes are moist, tender  and delicious. They are the perfect recipe for a special occasion, or anytime.

These delicious cupcakes was first published on 3/10/16 and has been updated to improve the reader experience.

Cupcake decorated with a basketweave pattern. A green Shamrock and flower sit on the top. The cupcake sits on a metal plate.

Ahhh we are finally getting close to St. Patrick’s Day. As I’ve said before, Americans are always looking for a reason to party. To get our party started, I came up with White Chocolate Irish Cream cupcakes with White Chocolate Irish Cream frosting.

Cupcake decorated with a basketweave pattern. A green Shamrock, horseshoe, and flower sit on the top. The cupcake sits on a metal plate.

I think there was a little mischievous little leprechaun in my kitchen when I was working on developing this recipe.

It took me four attempts to get a cupcake that was tender and delicious. My cupcakes had to be moist and have a light crumb, and not tough or dense.

Also, I wanted these cupcakes to be easy for you to put together. After all, there are a lot of St. Patrick’s Day celebrations to attend.

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In addition to St. Patrick’s Day, Easter is close behind, and so is a celebration for my mother in law’s 90th birthday.

She happens to be full blooded Irish, and St. Patrick’s Day is like Christmas to her. These cupcakes are pulling triple duty!

4 grid photo showing 4 different ways to decorate basketweave cupcakes including 1. Basketweave 2. Shamrock with a flour 3. Nest and candy eggs, 4. Spring flowers.

Do you remember my modeling chocolate post? I used dark chocolate modeling chocolate for the Black Russian cake that I made. That was so much fun, that I couldn’t wait to try white modeling chocolate.

Speaking of fun, there’s a video on how to make the basketweave on top of these cupcakes below in my recipe card.

If you like this Baileys Irish Cream cupcake recipe I think you’ll like these St. Patrick’s Day desserts too!

  • Chocolate Caramel Baileys Mini Cheesecakes – Hostess At Heart
  • Shamrock No-Bake Cake Batter Truffles – Who Needs A Cape
  • Shamrock Mint Brownie Bites – Cooking On The Front Burner
  • Minty Chip Cake Mix Cookies – Renee’s Kitchen Adventures
  • Chocolate Guinness Cake – Sugar and Soul

Here are a few tools that I used

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  • Cupcake pans – They’re pretty self-explanatory but I make egg cups or mini meatloaves in these pans. The sizes allow me to freeze my recipes.
  • Decorating Tips – This set of two is all you will need for this cupcake but if you’re just getting started this is a nice beginner kit.
  • Scoops – Wonder how those cookies are the same size? Scoops and I use them for my cupcakes too!

Are you Irish all the time or just on St. Patrick’s Day? What will you be doing to celebrate? Leave me a comment and I’d love a 5-star rating!

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5 from 3 votes

White Chocolate Irish Cream Cupcakes

White Chocolate Irish Cream Cupcakes are moist, tender and delicious. They make the perfect dessert for holidays, a special occasion, or anytime.
Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 22 mins
Total Time 32 mins
Servings 21
Author Hostess At Heart
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Ingredients

  • 1 white cake mix
  • 1 4 oz box of white chocolate instant pudding
  • 1 cup canola or vegetable oil
  • 3/4 cup water
  • 1/2 cup Irish cream liquor
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 2 whole eggs and 1 egg yolk
  • 1/2 cup white chocolate chips

Frosting

  • 1/2 cup butter softened
  • 1/2 cup white chocolate chips
  • 3 tbsp heavy cream
  • 2 tbsp Irish Cream liquor
  • 3 cups powdered sugar

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Line 2 cupcake pans with cupcake papers or spray with non-stick cooking spray.
  • Combine all ingredients in the bowl of an electric stand mixer. Blend until combined.
  • Fill cupcake papers 3/4 full.
  • Bake 19-23 minutes, turning pans halfway through. Cool completely on a cooling rack.

Frosting

  • Put the white chocolate chips in a glass measuring cup or glass bowl, and add heavy cream. Microwave at 50% power for 30-second intervals, stirring after each cycle. Stir until smooth.
  • In the bowl of an electric stand mixer, fitted with the paddle attachment, combine powdered sugar, butter, Irish Cream liquor, and melted chocolate. Mix to combine. Add additional Irish Cream liquor or cream until the frosting is the right consistency for spreading.

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Nutrition

Calories: 319kcal | Carbohydrates: 50g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 33mg | Sodium: 323mg | Potassium: 65mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 38g | Vitamin A: 206IU | Calcium: 80mg | Iron: 1mg
This recipe was calculated using the exact brands and measurements I used to make this recipe. If you are following a strict diet please note changing anything will cause the nutritional info to change. My calculations are intended as a guide only.
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Comments

  1. Jessica says

    March 11, 2019 at 7:01 pm

    So mine didn’t turn out looking nearly as pretty as yours, but they tasted AMAZING!!!!

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      March 11, 2019 at 8:35 pm

      Thank you, Jessica! Did you do the basket weave technique? It took me a little while too. Thanks for stopping by.

      Reply
  2. Jane Saunders says

    March 11, 2019 at 2:08 pm

    White chocolate and baileys are a glorious combination. These lovely cupcakes are fantastic – thanks for the recipe Julie.

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      March 11, 2019 at 8:29 pm

      Thank you, Jane! We really enjoy these cupcakes!

      Reply
  3. Loretta says

    March 10, 2019 at 7:01 am

    Oooo, I remember these very well. What’s not to love about these beauties eh? I’ll take two please Julie 🙂

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      March 11, 2019 at 8:22 pm

      Thank you Loretta!

      Reply
  4. Sarah says

    March 15, 2016 at 2:25 pm

    These are so pretty and cute!

    Reply
  5. Mar says

    March 15, 2016 at 9:41 am

    How adorable! This year I am sticking to my Irish Soda bread but I will keep your lovely cupcakes in mind. 🙂

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      March 15, 2016 at 11:17 am

      Thank you Mar! I would too if I was you.

      Reply
  6. Shari says

    March 14, 2016 at 2:12 pm

    These are so pretty! With those ingredients they must taste yummy, too. I love how you used the same basic basket weave for the frosting, but decorated the top differently for each occasion. Very clever! They all look beautiful.

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      March 14, 2016 at 8:04 pm

      Thank you Shari! Now I only have to make 60 of them for my Mother-in-laws birthday!

      Reply
  7. Dini @ The Flavor Bender says

    March 13, 2016 at 12:01 pm

    I can’t think of a better way to celebrate St Patrick’s Day! Cupcakes are perfect for anything. I love that theres Irish Cream in the frosting AND the cake 🙂

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      March 13, 2016 at 10:27 pm

      Thank you Dini! Now I only have to make 60 more for my mother-in-law’s birthday!

      Reply
  8. NancyC says

    March 12, 2016 at 8:21 pm

    These cupcakes are beautiful–too pretty to eat, but I would definitely not let that stop me! 🙂 You did a wonderful job decorating these!

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      March 13, 2016 at 10:16 am

      Thank you Nancy! They taste better when they look good. 🙂

      Reply
  9. Isabel says

    March 12, 2016 at 1:49 pm

    This is making me so hungry!!

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      March 12, 2016 at 2:48 pm

      Thank you Isabel! You’re so darned sweet.

      Reply
  10. linda says

    March 12, 2016 at 12:55 am

    Looks absolutely gorgeous Julie. Love your work (very meticulous)! 🙂

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      March 12, 2016 at 7:51 am

      Thank you so much Linda!

      Reply
  11. apsara says

    March 11, 2016 at 11:03 pm

    Such lovely decorated cupcakes! What could make St. Patrick’s day more memorable?

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      March 12, 2016 at 7:52 am

      Thank you! I got the thumbs up from my Irish mother-in-law too!

      Reply
  12. Margherita says

    March 11, 2016 at 10:17 pm

    Julie you are very talented and those cupcakes are super cute… I am pretty sure your mother in law will be very happy for what you have done for her and St. Patrick’s day!

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      March 12, 2016 at 7:54 am

      Thank you! I just showed her the picture and her Irish heart loved them. Now I have 60 of them to make!

      Reply
  13. Nancy says

    March 11, 2016 at 3:55 pm

    I’m so envious of your decorating abilities, Julie. These are a work of art… they sound yummilicious, as well!

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      March 12, 2016 at 7:58 am

      Thank you! They look a lot more impressive than they really are. I’m working on a how to post so you will see how easy it really is.

      Reply
  14. Anna says

    March 11, 2016 at 12:55 pm

    These are lovely, Julie — I agree, they are a work of art and perfect for St. Patrick’s Day! 😉

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      March 11, 2016 at 1:14 pm

      Thank you so much Anna! They’re a lot of fun to make too.

      Reply
  15. Jhuls says

    March 11, 2016 at 11:43 am

    These are some prey cupcakes, Julie. I would love to have some of these while I check out some dishes from our FF friends. 🙂

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      March 11, 2016 at 1:15 pm

      Thank you Jhuls! I appreciate your co-hosting FF this weekend and hope you have a great time!

      Reply
  16. cookingwithauntjuju.com says

    March 11, 2016 at 11:07 am

    This recipe is a keeper for sure – Irish cream added to any dessert has to be good!

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      March 12, 2016 at 8:41 am

      Thank you Judi! I think the frosting was delicious, and even though the cupcake wasn’t overly evident, I think it helped the moisture.

      Reply
  17. Michelle @ Giraffes Can Bake says

    March 11, 2016 at 10:04 am

    These look and sound super yummy! And I’m in awe of your piping skills, so good!

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      March 12, 2016 at 8:42 am

      Thank you Michelle. LOL! I was thinking my piping was a bit sloppy on these.

      Reply
  18. Debbie Spivey says

    March 11, 2016 at 9:56 am

    Julie, you have a true talent!

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      March 12, 2016 at 8:42 am

      Awe thank you Debbie! So do YOU!

      Reply
  19. Rena says

    March 11, 2016 at 12:27 am

    Your cupcakes are a work of art!

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      March 12, 2016 at 8:45 am

      Thank you Rena!

      Reply
  20. pattisj says

    March 10, 2016 at 9:30 pm

    What pretty little cupcakes! Love the lattice look and dainty details.

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      March 10, 2016 at 9:58 pm

      Thank you Patti!

      Reply
  21. Susan Edelman says

    March 10, 2016 at 4:59 pm

    So wonderful and beautiful! I just loved looking at your works of art!

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      March 10, 2016 at 9:58 pm

      Thank you so much Susan! I really appreciate your support.

      Reply
  22. Johanne Lamarche says

    March 10, 2016 at 4:52 pm

    gorgeous!

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      March 10, 2016 at 9:55 pm

      Thank you Johanne!

      Reply
  23. Loretta says

    March 10, 2016 at 4:25 pm

    The baking goddess is at it again! These gorgeous cupcakes are simply adorable Julie. I can only imagine the work and patience that went into it. I’ll bet your ma in law will absolutely love these in celebration of her 90th. Well done, Can’t wait to see your modeling techniques for these cuties.

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      March 10, 2016 at 9:54 pm

      Thank you so much Loretta! She will love anything that I do but I hope I can help make her day special. I just doing this kind of detailed stuff. I’m in my element when I’m doing detailed work like this. I think you will be surprised how easy it really is.

      Reply
  24. [email protected] says

    March 10, 2016 at 4:19 pm

    These are so beyond cute and delicious too, no doubt. What beautiful work, Julie!

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      March 10, 2016 at 9:43 pm

      Thank you Josette! I just have so much fun tinkering with this kind of thing.

      Reply
  25. Elaine @ foodbod says

    March 10, 2016 at 1:51 pm

    Your artistry shines through in everything you make!!!

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      March 10, 2016 at 2:17 pm

      Thank you Elaine! I just have so much fun doing it.

      Reply
  26. Dawn says

    March 10, 2016 at 12:02 pm

    What a treat, Julie! I’m sure that your mother-in-law will be just delighted! I love your ‘basket weave’ icing. It’s so perfect for many spring and summer celebrations. Wouldn’t it be perfect for a garden party, too? My husband and I are both have Irish roots. We will celebrate with my mother-in-law’s recipe for Irish Soda Bread. I don’t have too many of her recipes. So, it feels very special to bake it for my husband on St. Patrick’s Day! ♡

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      March 10, 2016 at 2:27 pm

      Thank you Dawn! I just cherish my Mother-in-laws recipe box, especially the recipes that came from my husbands grandparents! I wish I had my grandmothers but my mom was never a cook so I don’t think she kept it or figured anyone would want it. You just can get those things back. I am sure that soda bread will really bring back special memories too. I am Irish too but pretty watered down. 🙂

      Reply
  27. Quinn Caudill says

    March 10, 2016 at 10:46 am

    Beautifullllll. Those look awesome. I would really like to dig into one right now.

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      March 10, 2016 at 11:30 am

      Thanks Quinn! You know I’d share!

      Reply
  28. Lina says

    March 10, 2016 at 9:24 am

    Omg! These look so cute and delicious at the same time too! You are really very talented…I would love to have you as the judge for the April Challenge….If you are interested I’ll fill you on the details ☺

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      March 10, 2016 at 11:32 am

      Thank you Lina! That is praise in the highest form coming from you!

      I’d love to. Send me the info. I followed the last challenge, and I was glad that I wasn’t the judge! There were so many wonderful entries!

      Reply
  29. Celebrating Sunshine says

    March 10, 2016 at 8:58 am

    Wow, Julie, these are so pretty! Look at all those details! That’s a piece of art. 🙂

    Reply
    • Julie Menghini says

      March 10, 2016 at 11:32 am

      Thanks Ana! It’s just fun for me.

      Reply

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