Description
Ready to bake something truly magical? These Strawberries and Cream Cupcakes combine the lightness of fluffy vanilla cake with the juicy burst of real strawberry filling and a dreamy swirl of fresh strawberry cream frosting. Perfect for quick breakfast treats, easy dinner party desserts, or healthy snack alternatives when topped with fresh berries, this easy recipe brings bright, fruity flavor and irresistible homemade charm. Whether you’re looking for breakfast ideas, dinner ideas, or sweet food ideas to impress your guests, this recipe delivers pure joy in every bite. With their heavenly aroma, delicate texture, and picture-perfect looks, these cupcakes will become a favorite in your baking collection.
Ingredients
For the Cupcakes:
- 1 ½ cups (190g) all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ cup (113g) unsalted butter, room temperature
- ¾ cup (150g) granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- ½ cup (120ml) whole milk, room temperature
For the Strawberry Filling:
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp cornstarch (optional)
For the Strawberry Cream Frosting:
- 1 cup (227g) unsalted butter, room temperature
- 3 cups (360g) powdered sugar
- ⅓ cup strawberry puree (slightly reduced)
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Garnish:
- Fresh strawberries (optional)
Instructions
1. Make the Strawberry Filling:
- In a saucepan, cook strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice over medium heat until softened. Add cornstarch if needed. Cool completely.
2. Prepare the Cupcake Batter:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan.
- Whisk flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Cream butter and sugar, add eggs and vanilla.
- Alternate adding dry ingredients and milk to the wet mixture.
- Fill cupcake liners ⅔ full.
3. Bake the Cupcakes:
- Bake for 18–22 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool on a rack.
4. Fill the Cupcakes:
- Core cooled cupcakes and spoon in the strawberry filling.
5. Make the Frosting:
- Beat butter until fluffy, gradually add powdered sugar, mix in strawberry puree, vanilla, and salt. Chill if necessary.
6. Frost and Decorate:
- Pipe frosting onto filled cupcakes and garnish with fresh strawberries.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes