Indulge in the sublime sweetness of Supreme Strawberry Cupcakes, where every component - from the soft white cake to the luscious strawberry jam, all the way to the creamy strawberry cream cheese frosting - sings in perfect harmony. Crafted for those who cherish the delightful essence of strawberries, these cupcakes are a celebration of flavor and texture, making every bite a memorable experience.
Why You'll Love These Cupcakes
These cupcakes are a dream come true for strawberry lovers, combining the freshness of strawberries in a jam-filled center with the airy softness of white cake and the silky smoothness of strawberry cream cheese frosting. They're a testament to the joy of baking with real fruit, offering a balance of sweetness and tang that's hard to resist.
Perfect Occasions for Supreme Strawberry Cupcakes
Ideal for spring celebrations, romantic occasions, or as a bright addition to any dessert table, these cupcakes are sure to captivate. Their visually appealing presentation and exquisite taste make them perfect for birthdays, anniversaries, or any moment that calls for something special and sweet.
Decoration Tips
- Garnish with fresh strawberry slices or whole strawberries for a natural and elegant touch.
- Sprinkle a bit of crushed freeze-dried strawberries on top of the frosting for added color and texture.
- Use decorative cupcake liners to match the theme of your event or season for an extra festive touch.
Ingredients:
- For the Strawberry Jam:
- 10 oz fresh strawberries, quartered
- 6 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- For the White Cupcakes:
- 1 ¼ cup cake flour
- ¾ tsp baking powder
- ⅛ tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 5 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
- 2 egg whites
- 1 ½ tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup buttermilk
- For the Strawberry Cream Cheese Frosting:
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 oz cream cheese, cold
- 2 ½ cups powdered sugar
- ¾ cup freeze-dried strawberries
Instructions:
- Strawberry Jam:
- Cook strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice over medium heat until thickened. Cool completely.
- White Cupcakes:
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a cupcake pan.
- Sift together cake flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Cream butter and sugar until fluffy. Mix in egg whites and vanilla. Alternately add buttermilk and dry ingredients.
- Fill liners and bake for 16-18 minutes. Cool.
- Strawberry Cream Cheese Frosting:
- Whip butter until pale. Mix in cream cheese. Gradually add powdered sugar, then fold in ground freeze-dried strawberries until light and fluffy.
Fill cooled cupcakes with strawberry jam and top with strawberry cream cheese frosting for a burst of strawberry bliss in every bite. Enjoy these supreme strawberry cupcakes as a sweet testament to the joy of baking with strawberries!