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Strawberry Shortcake Cupcake Recipe

Delicious strawberry shortcake cupcakes perfect for any occasion.
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Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Calories: 250 kcal

Ingredients 

Cupcake Batter

  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1.5 teaspoon baking powder
  • 0.25 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs room temperature
  • 2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 0.5 cup whole milk room temperature

Strawberry Filling

  • 1 cup fresh strawberries, diced
  • 2 tablespoon granulated sugar

Whipped Cream Topping

  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream cold
  • 2 tablespoon powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In another bowl, beat the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, then vanilla extract.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with milk. Mix until just combined.
  5. Fill cupcake liners ⅔ full and bake for 18-20 minutes. Let cool completely.
  6. For the filling, mix strawberries and sugar. Let sit for 10 minutes.
  7. For the topping, whip the cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla until stiff peaks form.
  8. Cut a small hole in the center of each cupcake and fill with strawberry mixture. Top with whipped cream.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 60mg | Sodium: 150mg | Potassium: 100mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 20g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 1mg

Keywords

Cupcake, Shortcake, Strawberry
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