Strawberry Shortcake Cupcakes: The Best Homemade Delight
Indulge in the delightful taste of Strawberry Shortcake Cupcakes made with fresh strawberries and whipped cream.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 12 cupcakes 1x
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, chopped
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla.
- In another bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing just until combined.
- Fold in the chopped strawberries.
- Divide the batter into the prepared cupcake liners, filling each about 2/3 full.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool before frosting.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, add a pinch of lemon zest to the batter.
- Use whipped cream frosting for an authentic shortcake taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Strawberry Shortcake Cupcakes