Description
Delightful Strawberry Shortcake Cupcakes feature fluffy vanilla cake, sweet strawberries, and whipped cream, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup Unsalted butter, softened
- 2 Large eggs
- 1/2 cup Milk
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 teaspoons Baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon Salt
- 1 cup Strawberries, hulled and chopped
- 1/4 cup Strawberry jam
- 1 cup Heavy whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar
- Fresh strawberries for topping (as needed)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with liners.
- Cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs and vanilla, mixing well.
- Whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt in a separate bowl. Gradually add dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with milk, until just combined.
- Divide the batter into the cupcake liners, filling each about 2/3 full.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow to cool completely, then create a small well in the center of each cupcake.
- Mix chopped strawberries with strawberry jam and fill the wells.
- Whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar until stiff peaks form.
- Frost the cupcakes with whipped cream and garnish with fresh strawberries.
Notes
Using room temperature ingredients helps create a smoother batter. Fill cups evenly for uniform baking and ensure cupcakes cool completely before frosting.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American