Description
Strawberry Shortcake Cupcakes are a delightful treat, blending the classic flavors of strawberry shortcake into a fun cupcake form. These airy vanilla cupcakes are topped with luscious whipped cream and fresh strawberries, making them perfect for any occasion. Easy to make and visually stunning, they are sure to impress guests at summer parties or family gatherings. Indulge in these sweet bites of nostalgia that will have everyone asking for more!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 large eggs
- ¾ cup whole milk
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup fresh strawberries (sliced)
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with paper liners.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream together softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition; then stir in vanilla extract.
- Gradually mix dry ingredients into the butter mixture alternately with milk until just combined.
- Fill cupcake liners about two-thirds full with batter and bake for 18–20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Once cooled, whip heavy cream until soft peaks form; add powdered sugar if desired.
- Cut the tops off the cupcakes, layer with sliced strawberries and whipped cream, then place the tops back on.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (60g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg