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Strawberry shortcake cupcakes topped with whipped cream rosettes and fresh strawberry slices
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Strawberry Shortcake Cupcakes

These Strawberry Shortcake Cupcakes are light, fluffy, and filled with fresh strawberries, topped with whipped cream for the perfect bite-sized dessert. A delightful twist on the classic shortcake, made into handheld treats!
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 38 minutes
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 285

Ingredients
  

For the Cupcakes
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour sifted
  • 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs room temperature
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup milk whole milk preferred
For the Filling
  • 1 1/2 cups fresh strawberries diced
  • 2 tbsp granulated sugar
For the Topping
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream chilled
  • 2 tbsp powdered sugar
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 6 fresh strawberries halved, for garnish

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then add vanilla extract.
  4. Alternate adding the dry ingredients and milk to the butter mixture, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
  5. Divide the batter evenly into the cupcake liners, filling about 2/3 full. Bake for 16–18 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Allow cupcakes to cool completely.
  6. In a small bowl, mix diced strawberries with sugar. Let sit for 10 minutes to release juices.
  7. Once cupcakes are cool, cut a small hole in the center of each and fill with the strawberry mixture.
  8. In a chilled bowl, whip heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla until stiff peaks form. Pipe or spread onto cupcakes.
  9. Garnish with halved strawberries before serving.

Notes

For an extra touch, drizzle the cupcakes with a little strawberry syrup before topping with whipped cream. Store in the refrigerator if not serving immediately.
Nutrition Information
  • Calories: 285
  • Total Fat: 14g
    • Saturated Fat: 9g
  • Cholesterol: 65mg
  • Sodium: 315mg
  • Total Carbohydrates: 37g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Sugars: 18g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Vitamin C: 45% DV