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Strawberry Filled Cupcakes Recipe

Strawberry Filled Cupcakes Recipe

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  • Author: Kimberly
  • Prep Time: 25 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 12 cupcakes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Delight your taste buds with these scrumptious Strawberry Filled Cupcakes topped with fresh whipped cream and garnished with strawberries. A perfect treat for any occasion!


Ingredients

Cupcake Batter:

  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ cup whole milk

Filling and Topping:

  • 3/4 cup strawberry preserves or jam
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Fresh strawberries (halved, for garnish)


Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Preheat to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin pan with liners.
  2. Mix dry ingredients: Whisk flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.
  3. Cream butter and sugar: Beat butter and sugar until fluffy.
  4. Add eggs and vanilla: Incorporate eggs one at a time, then add vanilla.
  5. Combine wet and dry: Alternate adding flour mixture and milk to the batter.
  6. Bake: Fill cupcake liners and bake for 18–20 minutes.
  7. Fill cupcakes: Core cupcakes and fill with strawberry preserves.
  8. Whip cream: Beat cream, sugar, and vanilla until stiff peaks form.
  9. Decorate: Pipe whipped cream onto cupcakes and garnish with strawberries.

Notes

  • You can use store-bought whipped topping for convenience.
  • Try adding lemon zest to the batter for a citrusy flavor.
  • Refrigerate cupcakes until serving for best texture.