Strawberries and Cream Cupcakes
Ingredients
For the Cupcakes:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and finely chopped
For the Strawberry Filling:
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and chopped
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
For the Whipped Cream Frosting:
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
For Garnish:
- Fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
Instructions
1. Preheat and Prepare:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Line a 12-cup muffin tin with cupcake liners.
2. Make the Cupcake Batter:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a large bowl, beat the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the flour mixture, alternating with the milk, beginning and ending with the flour mixture. Mix until just combined.
- Gently fold in the chopped strawberries.
3. Bake the Cupcakes:
- Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners, filling each about 2/3 full.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cupcakes to cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
4. Prepare the Strawberry Filling:
- In a small saucepan, combine the chopped strawberries, granulated sugar, and lemon juice.
- Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the strawberries break down and the mixture thickens, about 10 minutes.
- Remove from heat and let cool completely.
5. Make the Whipped Cream Frosting:
- In a large bowl, beat the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract on high speed until stiff peaks form.
6. Assemble the Cupcakes:
- Once the cupcakes are completely cool, use a small knife or cupcake corer to remove a small portion from the center of each cupcake.
- Fill each cupcake with the strawberry filling.
- Pipe or spread the whipped cream frosting over the top of each cupcake.
7. Garnish and Serve:
- Garnish each cupcake with a slice of fresh strawberry.
- Serve immediately or store in the refrigerator until ready to serve. Enjoy these delightful Strawberries and Cream Cupcakes
