These Chocolate-Pecan Cracker Cupcakes are inspired by a local restaurant’s pie recipe. They are rich and yummy! If your marshmallow frosting is too thin, add more powdered sugar, and if it\u2019s too thick, add a little milk or heavy cream. \u2014Bonnie De Jong, Holland, Michigan<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":7061,"featured_media":1685122,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"ep_exclude_from_search":false},"tags":[304032,303971,304158,306849,306980,304328,306859,306104,304288,305487,303966,307019,306848,304268,304072,303987,324623,304150,304353],"categories-v2":[308623,308500,310461,309438,309605,310014,311880,308988,308319,308984,308481,309616,311876,259620,310796,308495,310061,309603,259483,308669,308514,309177,309434,309005],"coauthors":[],"recommended_recipes":[{"post_title":"Chocolate Caramel Cupcakes","post_link":"\/recipes\/chocolate-caramel-cupcakes\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/"},{"post_title":"Chocolate Macaroon Cupcakes","post_link":"\/recipes\/chocolate-macaroon-cupcakes\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Chocolate-Macaroon-Cupcakes_EXPS_HPLBZ18_18681_B05_18_1b.jpg"},{"post_title":"Chocolate Cupcakes","post_link":"\/recipes\/chocolate-cupcakes\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Chocolate-Cupcakes_exps11554_CC2919384B09_21_6bC_RMS.jpg"},{"post_title":"Dark Chocolate Pecan Cake","post_link":"\/recipes\/dark-chocolate-pecan-cake\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Dark-Chocolate-Pecan-Cake_EXPS_CF2BZ19_35296_C12_18_3b-4.jpg"},{"post_title":"Chocolate Cream Cupcakes","post_link":"\/recipes\/chocolate-cream-cupcakes\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Chocolate-Cream-Cupcakes_exps141806_TH2379807A11_02_11b_RMS.jpg"},{"post_title":"Chocolate Chip Cupcakes","post_link":"\/recipes\/chocolate-chip-cupcakes\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/exps7142_BOTH1450745D116.jpg"},{"post_title":"Chocolate-Coconut Angel Cupcakes","post_link":"\/recipes\/chocolate-coconut-angel-cupcakes\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Chocolate-Coconut-Angel-Cupcakes_EXPS_HCKA19_19867_B10_17_1b.jpg"},{"post_title":"Chocolate Pecan Piecaken","post_link":"\/recipes\/chocolate-pecan-piecaken\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Piecaken_EXPS_THON21_261821_B06_22_8bV1-1.jpg"},{"post_title":"Cherry Chocolate Pecan Pie","post_link":"\/recipes\/cherry-chocolate-pecan-pie\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Cherry-Chocolate-Pecan-Pie_EXPS_CWON16_93805_C06_28_7b.jpg"},{"post_title":"Chocolate Pecan Brownies","post_link":"\/recipes\/moist-cake-brownies\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/exps9278_TH10010C27D.jpg"},{"post_title":"Chocolate Cherry Cupcakes","post_link":"\/recipes\/chocolate-cherry-cupcakes\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Chocolate-Cherry-Cupcakes_exps8258_RDS2447887A10_26_4b_RMS.jpg"},{"post_title":"Chocolate Bourbon Pecan Cheesecake","post_link":"\/recipes\/chocolate-bourbon-pecan-cheesecake\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Chocolate-Bourbon-Pecan-Cheesecake_EXPS_FT21_263447_F_0420_1.jpg"},{"post_title":"Coconut Pecan Cupcakes","post_link":"\/recipes\/coconut-pecan-cupcakes\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Coconut-Pecan-Cupcakes_exps36499_RDS2447887D11_02_1bC_RMS.jpg"},{"post_title":"Chocolate Frosted Peanut Butter Cupcakes","post_link":"\/recipes\/chocolate-frosted-peanut-butter-cupcakes\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Chocolate-Frosted-Peanut-Butter-Cupcakes_exps90939_SD2235817D04_19_2bC_RMS.jpg"},{"post_title":"Chocolate Candy Corn Cupcakes","post_link":"\/recipes\/chocolate-candy-corn-cupcakes\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Chocolate-Candy-Corn-Cupcakes_exps166739_HC143213D10__30_2b_RMS.jpg"},{"post_title":"Cherry Chocolate Coconut Cupcakes","post_link":"\/recipes\/cherry-chocolate-coconut-cupcakes\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/exps42753_THCA1693311D161.jpg"},{"post_title":"Walnut Banana Cupcakes","post_link":"\/recipes\/walnut-banana-cupcakes\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/exps36528_TH1115229D29C-1.jpg"},{"post_title":"Chocolate Pecan Cheesecake","post_link":"\/recipes\/chocolate-pecan-cheesecake\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/exps38211_SD1785598D54.jpg"}],"acf":{"long_pin":"https:\/\/tmbidigitalassetsazure.blob.core.windows.net\/rms3-prod\/attachments\/37\/1200x1200\/Chocolate-Pecan-Cracker-Cupcakes_EXPS_RC21_261432_B07_15_3b.jpg"},"recipe_schema":{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org","@type":"Recipe","@id":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/chocolate-pecan-cupcakes\/","name":"Chocolate-Pecan Cupcakes","datePublished":"2021-08-04","dateModified":"2023-06-27","prepTime":"PT20M","cookTime":"PT15M","totalTime":"PT35M","image":{"@type":"ImageObject","url":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Chocolate-Pecan-Cracker-Cupcakes_EXPS_RC21_261432_B07_15_3b.jpg","height":1200,"width":1200},"recipeCategory":["Desserts"],"description":"These Chocolate-Pecan Cracker Cupcakes are inspired by a local restaurant's pie recipe. They are rich and yummy! If your marshmallow frosting is too thin, add more powdered sugar, and if it\u2019s too thick, add a little milk or heavy cream. \u2014Bonnie De Jong, Holland, Michigan","recipeIngredient":["3 large egg whites, room temperature","1 teaspoon baking powder","1 teaspoon vanilla extract","3\/4 cup sugar","4 ounces German sweet chocolate, grated","1 cup crushed Ritz crackers (about 25 crackers)","1\/2 cup chopped pecans","FILLING:","1\/4 cup butter, softened","1\/2 cup confectioners' sugar","1\/2 teaspoon vanilla extract","1 cup marshmallow creme"],"recipeInstructions":[{"@type":"HowToStep","text":"Preheat oven to 350\u00b0. Line 12 muffin cups with foil liners. Place egg whites, baking powder and vanilla in a large bowl; beat on medium speed until soft peaks form. Gradually add sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, beating on high after each addition until sugar is dissolved. Continue beating just until stiff but not dry. Gradually fold in grated chocolate, crackers and pecans."},{"@type":"HowToStep","text":"Fill prepared cups. Bake on lowest oven rack until puffed and tops appear dry (some tops may fall), 13-15 minutes. Cool in pans 10 minutes before removing to wire racks to cool completely."},{"@type":"HowToStep","text":"For filling, in a large bowl, beat butter, confectioners' sugar and vanilla until smooth. Gently fold in marshmallow creme. If centers of cupcakes have not already collapsed, gently press center with a small spoon to open cavity inside. Fill cupcakes; top with additional chocolate. Refrigerate leftovers."}],"recipeYield":"1 dozen","author":[{"@type":"Person","name":"Taste Recipes Editorial Team"}],"nutrition":{"@type":"NutritionInformation","calories":" 263 calories","fatContent":"12g fat (5g saturated fat)","cholesterolContent":"10mg cholesterol","sodiumContent":"153mg sodium","carbohydrateContent":"31g carbohydrate (26g sugars","fiberContent":"1g fiber)","proteinContent":"3g protein."},"aggregateRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"AggregateRating","ratingValue":0,"reviewCount":0,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},"video":{"data":{"status":204},"message":"No shortcode found in recipe"},"rms_legacy_id":"261432","romance_copy_dek":"These Chocolate-Pecan Cracker Cupcakes are inspired by a local restaurant's pie recipe. They are rich and yummy! If your marshmallow frosting is too thin, add more powdered sugar, and if it\u2019s too thick, add a little milk or heavy cream. \u2014Bonnie De Jong, Holland, Michigan","enhanced_recipe_title":"Chocolate-Pecan Cupcakes","rms_legacy_data":{"RecipeCategories":null,"Ingredients":[{"CampaignId":"","IsBrandedIngredient":false,"Ingredient":"3 large egg whites, room temperature","IngredientText":"3 large egg whites, room temperature"},{"CampaignId":"","IsBrandedIngredient":false,"Ingredient":"1 teaspoon baking powder","IngredientText":"1 teaspoon baking powder"},{"CampaignId":"","IsBrandedIngredient":false,"Ingredient":"1 teaspoon vanilla extract","IngredientText":"1 teaspoon vanilla extract"},{"CampaignId":"","IsBrandedIngredient":false,"Ingredient":"3\/4 cup sugar","IngredientText":"3\/4 cup sugar"},{"CampaignId":"","IsBrandedIngredient":false,"Ingredient":"4 ounces German sweet chocolate, grated","IngredientText":"4 ounces German sweet chocolate, grated"},{"CampaignId":"","IsBrandedIngredient":false,"Ingredient":"1 cup crushed Ritz crackers (about 25 crackers)","IngredientText":"1 cup crushed Ritz crackers (about 25 crackers)"},{"CampaignId":"","IsBrandedIngredient":false,"Ingredient":"1\/2 cup chopped pecans","IngredientText":"1\/2 cup chopped pecans"},{"CampaignId":"","IsBrandedIngredient":false,"Ingredient":"FILLING:","IngredientText":"FILLING:"},{"CampaignId":"","IsBrandedIngredient":false,"Ingredient":"1\/4 cup butter, softened","IngredientText":"1\/4 cup butter, softened"},{"CampaignId":"","IsBrandedIngredient":false,"Ingredient":"1\/2 cup confectioners' sugar","IngredientText":"1\/2 cup confectioners' sugar"},{"CampaignId":"","IsBrandedIngredient":false,"Ingredient":"1\/2 teaspoon vanilla extract","IngredientText":"1\/2 teaspoon vanilla extract"},{"CampaignId":"","IsBrandedIngredient":false,"Ingredient":"1 cup marshmallow creme","IngredientText":"1 cup marshmallow creme"}],"FeaturedImage":"https:\/\/tmbidigitalassetsazure.blob.core.windows.net\/rms3-prod\/attachments\/37\/1200x1200\/Chocolate-Pecan-Cracker-Cupcakes_EXPS_RC21_261432_B07_15_3b.jpg","RecipeId":261432,"AttachmentSourceId":null,"AttachmentSource":"Taste Recipes","PhotoCredit":"Chocolate-Pecan Cupcakes Recipe photo by Taste Recipes","VideoCode":null,"RecipeAttachmentFileName":"Chocolate-Pecan-Cracker-Cupcakes_EXPS_RC21_261432_B07_15_3b.jpg","ContributorId":null,"Firstname":"Bonnie","Lastname":"De Jong","City":"HOLLAND","StateDescription":"Michigan","IsCommunityCook":false,"ContributorAttachmentFileName":"https:\/\/cdn3.tmbi.com\/toh\/Recipe\/testkitchenapproved.png","TimeCallout":"Prep: 25 min. Bake: 15 min. + cooling","MinimumServingQuantity":12,"MaximumServingQuantity":12,"Yield":"1 dozen.","DigitalTitle":"Chocolate-Pecan Cupcakes","SubmittedTitle":"Cracker Cupcakes","RecipeTypeId":1,"AverageRating":0,"WebPublishedDate":"8\/4\/2021 5:19:09 AM","ContestPlacementId":null,"FbImage":"FB_RC21_261432_B07_15_3b.jpg","PreparationTimeInMinutes":20,"CookTimeInMinutes":15,"TotalTimeInMinutes":35,"ServingDescription":null,"IsTestKitchenCertified":true,"IsContestWinner":true,"IsFieldEditorRecipe":false,"IsCommunityRecipe":false,"PublishedProjectTitle":"Chocolate-Pecan Cracker Cupcakes","OriginalSourceProject":"Chocolate-Pecan Cracker Cupcakes","ContestPlacement":"Runner-Up","Trailer":null,"Metadescription":"These Chocolate-Pecan Cupcakes are wonderfully rich and yummy. Their marshmallow frosting takes the cake!","AboutRecipeTitle":null,"AboutRecipe":null,"DigitalHeadnotes":"These Chocolate-Pecan Cracker Cupcakes are inspired by a local restaurant's pie recipe. They are rich and yummy! If your marshmallow frosting is too thin, add more powdered sugar, and if it\u2019s too thick, add a little milk or heavy cream. \u2014Bonnie De Jong, Holland, Michigan","FreezerDirections":"","FreezerDirectionsTitle":"","HTMLTitle":"Chocolate-Pecan Cupcakes","RecipeVersionNumber":null,"WorkflowStatusId":9,"Directions":[{"Direction":"Preheat oven to 350\u00b0. Line 12 muffin cups with foil liners. Place egg whites, baking powder and vanilla in a large bowl; beat on medium speed until soft peaks form. Gradually add sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, beating on high after each addition until sugar is dissolved. Continue beating just until stiff but not dry. Gradually fold in grated chocolate, crackers and pecans.","SequenceNo":1},{"Direction":" Fill prepared cups. Bake on lowest oven rack until puffed and tops appear dry (some tops may fall), 13-15 minutes. Cool in pans 10 minutes before removing to wire racks to cool completely.","SequenceNo":2},{"Direction":" For filling, in a large bowl, beat butter, confectioners' sugar and vanilla until smooth. Gently fold in marshmallow creme. If centers of cupcakes have not already collapsed, gently press center with a small spoon to open cavity inside. Fill cupcakes; top with additional chocolate. Refrigerate leftovers.","SequenceNo":3}],"RecipeTaxonomies":{"Budget":[],"CookingStyle":[],"Course":[],"Cuisine":[],"HealthyEating":[],"HolidaysAndCelebrations":[],"Ingredients":[],"Kids":[],"PartnerRecipes":[],"Publications":[],"WinningRecipes":[],"Tags":[{"Name":"Cooking Style","ID":304328},{"Name":"Winning Recipes","ID":304353},{"Name":"Dishes & Beverages","ID":305487},{"Name":"Cupcakes","ID":306104},{"Name":"Gear","ID":303966},{"Name":"Appliances","ID":304032},{"Name":"Bakeware","ID":303971},{"Name":"Mixer","ID":304072},{"Name":"Muffin Tin","ID":303987},{"Name":"Ingredients","ID":306848},{"Name":"Breads Rolls & Crackers","ID":306849},{"Name":"Chocolate & Cocoa","ID":306980},{"Name":"Crackers","ID":306859},{"Name":"German Chocolate","ID":307019},{"Name":"Meal Types","ID":304268},{"Name":"Desserts","ID":304288},{"Name":"Techniques","ID":304150},{"Name":"Baking Breads & Desserts","ID":304158},{"Name":"Recipes","ID":324623}]},"ContributorTypeId":16,"NutritionalAnalyisParagraph":"1 cupcake: 263 calories, 12g fat (5g saturated fat), 10mg cholesterol, 153mg sodium, 31g carbohydrate (26g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein.","NoOfRatings":0,"GoogleImage16x9":"https:\/\/cdn3.tmbi.com\/toh\/GoogleImages\/Chocolate-Pecan-Cracker-Cupcakes_EXPS_RC21_261432_B07_15_3b.jpg","GoogleImage4x3":"https:\/\/cdn3.tmbi.com\/toh\/GoogleImagesPostCard\/Chocolate-Pecan-Cracker-Cupcakes_EXPS_RC21_261432_B07_15_3b.jpg","DefaultImageYn":false,"NativeRecipeTemplate":false,"IsMsn":true,"PinterestImage":"","CarouselImages":[],"SponsorLogoImage":"","SponsorID":"","GlobalCookingTips":[],"RecipeSpecificCookingTips":[],"CommentCount":0,"RatingCount":0,"RecipeCommentDetails":[]},"breadcrumb":[{"term_id":310796,"name":"Dishes & Beverages","slug":"dishes-beverages","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":310731,"taxonomy":"categories-v2","description":"Wondering what to make? We've got recipes for any dish and beverage you're craving, from easy dinners to rich chocolate cakes and everything in between.","parent":309177,"count":44058,"filter":"raw","term_order":"0","url":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/dishes-beverages\/"},{"term_id":311876,"name":"Cupcakes","slug":"cupcakes","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":311811,"taxonomy":"categories-v2","description":"If you need something sweet for the potluck, look no further! We'll walk you through all of these traditional and unique cupcake recipes step by step.","parent":310796,"count":319,"filter":"raw","term_order":"0","url":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/dishes-beverages\/cupcakes\/"},{"term_id":311880,"name":"Chocolate Cupcakes","slug":"chocolate-cupcakes","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":311815,"taxonomy":"categories-v2","description":"Nothing hits the sweet tooth quite like these moist chocolate cupcake recipes. We help you get your all out of a premade mix, or make your own from scratch.","parent":311876,"count":66,"filter":"raw","term_order":"0","url":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/dishes-beverages\/cupcakes\/chocolate-cupcakes\/"}],"meta_data":{"enhanced_fields":{"enhanced_recipe_title":"Chocolate-Pecan Cupcakes"}},"analytics":[],"yoast_head":"\n