Description
These Strawberry Filled Cupcakes are a delightful treat, featuring a soft, buttery cake filled with a sweet strawberry mixture and topped with a creamy vanilla frosting. Perfect for any occasion!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup whole milk
Strawberry Filling:
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp cornstarch
Frosting:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp milk
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the Cupcakes:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a separate large bowl, beat together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Spoon the batter into the prepared cupcake liners, filling each about 2/3 full.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cupcakes cool completely.
- Make the Strawberry Filling:
- In a small saucepan, combine the chopped strawberries, sugar, lemon juice, and cornstarch.
- Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and becomes jam-like, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat and allow it to cool.
- Make the Frosting:
- Beat the softened butter and powdered sugar together until smooth and fluffy.
- Add milk and vanilla extract, mixing until fully combined and creamy.
- Assemble the Cupcakes:
- Once the cupcakes have cooled, use a small knife or cupcake corer to remove a small portion of the center of each cupcake.
- Fill the center with the strawberry filling.
- Frost the cupcakes with the prepared frosting.
Notes
- The strawberry filling can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator until ready to use.
- Feel free to adjust the sweetness of the frosting by adding more or less powdered sugar to your liking.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Cupcakes
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American