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Strawberry Filled Cupcakes Recipe

Strawberry Filled Cupcakes Recipe

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Indulge in these delightful Strawberry Filled Cupcakes that are sure to please any sweet tooth. Moist vanilla cupcakes filled with luscious strawberry jam and topped with a creamy frosting – a perfect treat for any occasion!

Ingredients

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For the cupcakes:

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup milk

For the filling:

  • 3/4 cup strawberry jam or preserves

For the frosting:

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons heavy cream or milk
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • pinch of salt
  • fresh strawberries for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with 12 cupcake liners.
  2. Prepare the cupcake batter: Whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Cream butter and sugar, then add eggs and vanilla. Alternate adding flour mixture and milk, mixing until just combined.
  3. Bake the cupcakes: Divide batter into liners and bake for 18–22 minutes. Cool on a wire rack.
  4. Fill the cupcakes: Core the center of each cupcake and fill with strawberry jam.
  5. Make the frosting: Beat butter, add powdered sugar, cream, vanilla, and salt. Frost the cupcakes and garnish with strawberries.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, try using homemade strawberry jam or a mix of jam and diced fresh strawberries.
  • These cupcakes are best served at room temperature.

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