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Strawberry Shortcake Cupcakes Recipe

Strawberry Shortcake Cupcakes Recipe features soft vanilla cupcakes filled with sweet strawberries and topped with fluffy whipped cream.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 38 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Calories: 290
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cupcakes:
  • 1 ½ cups 190 g all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup 200 g granulated sugar
  • 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup 113 g unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • ½ cup 120 ml whole milk
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
For the Strawberry Filling:
  • 1 ½ cups fresh strawberries finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
For the Whipped Topping:
  • 1 cup 240 ml heavy whipping cream, cold
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line muffin tin with liners.
  2. Whisk flour, baking powder, and salt in bowl.
  3. Beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add eggs one at a time. Mix well.
  5. Stir in vanilla extract.
  6. Alternate adding dry ingredients and milk into mixture.
  7. Divide batter evenly among liners.
  8. Bake 16–18 minutes until tops spring back.
  9. Cool completely on rack.
  10. Toss chopped strawberries with 2 tablespoons sugar. Let sit 10 minutes.
  11. Core center of each cupcake gently.
  12. Fill centers with strawberry mixture.
  13. Beat heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla until soft peaks form.
  14. Pipe whipped topping over filled cupcakes.

Notes

Nutritional Values (Per Serving – per cupcake)

Calories: 290
Total Fat: 15 g
Saturated Fat: 9 g
Carbohydrates: 36 g
Fiber: 1 g
Protein: 4 g

Vitamins & Minerals (Approximate % per serving):

Vitamin C: 35%
Vitamin A: 10%
Calcium: 4%
Iron: 6%
Potassium: 5%

Additional Notes & Flavor Tips

  • Use ripe strawberries for natural sweetness.
  • Chill bowl before whipping cream for better volume.
  • Add lemon zest for brighter berry flavor.
  • Avoid overfilling centers to prevent sogginess.
  • Store refrigerated and serve chilled.
Strawberry Shortcake Cupcakes Recipe delivers fruity freshness, creamy swirls, and irresistible charm in every delightful bite.