Description
A delightful treat that combines the fluffy texture of cupcakes with the fresh flavor of strawberries and creamy whipped topping.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, diced
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- Fresh strawberries for topping
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with cupcake liners.
- Mix the butter and granulated sugar until fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, and stir in the vanilla extract.
- Combine the flour and baking powder in another bowl. Gradually add this mixture to the creamed butter and sugar, alternating with milk.
- Fold in the diced strawberries evenly throughout the batter.
- Fill the cupcake liners two-thirds full with batter and bake for 18-20 minutes.
- Cool the cupcakes completely in the pan before frosting.
- Make the frosting by whipping the heavy cream with powdered sugar until soft peaks form.
- Frost the cooled cupcakes with whipped cream and top with fresh strawberries.
Notes
Use fresh strawberries for better taste and vibrant color. Ensure ingredients are at room temperature for best results.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg