Make the most of strawberry season this summer with these uber-fresh strawberry cupcakes.—Super-moist vanilla cake interior, studded with juicy strawberries and topped with a fluffy strawberry whipped cream!
I recently came to the realization that summer food really is the bomb.
And I kind of need to live in summer food mode 24/7.
I mean, really? 3 measly months of summer food? I need like 5 years of straight summer to try out all the recipes that are on my must-make list for this summer.
These cupcakes were at the top of that list. Mainly because: A: They have strawberries in ’em which is currently my biggest ingredient obsession. And B: They’re my new favorite kind of cupcake on the planet.
Soon to be your favorite, trust me.
I originally made these cupcakes nearly a month ago for Mother’s Day and ever since then I haven’t been able to stop thinking about them. My family gave them rave reviews and they disappeared within minutes. Me? It was seriously like I died and went to heaven.
I kind of have a thing about strawberries and cream. I mean a simple bowlful of silky whipped cream and juicy-sweet strawberries just SCREAMS summer.
Cupcakes are always good too, so why not throw a cupcake into that mix?
Thus, Strawberries ‘n’ Cream Cupcakes were born.
AKA: My new favorite summer dessert of all time. ♥
These cupcakes could not be easier to prepare. Simply because summertime is definitely not slave-over-a-hot-stove time. You can whip up these cupcakes in minutes flat and then go spend time with the fam!
The cake base of these cupcakes is definitely a keeper recipe. It’s just a simple vanilla-cake batter, but it is SO flavorful, soft, and moist you’ll think you’re in cupcake heaven!
The moist vanilla-flavored cupcakes are studded with juicy red strawberries, then piled high with fluffy strawberry whipped cream and yet MORE strawberries.
I tend to go heavy on the berries. 😉
Nostalgic fresh summer eating at it’s best. 😀
Fresh, fresh, fresh. That seems to be all I’m thinking about lately. I just picked my first crop of spinach, lettuce, and radishes from our veggie garden and I’m eagerly anticipating even MORE summer goodness to be ready to pick in a few weeks: Fresh cucumbers, beets, carrots, tomatoes (a TON of tomatoes) beans, sweet potatoes, peppers, summer squash, zucchini, broccoli, and oh, gosh I know there’s more…
My mind is going crazy right now with recipe inspiration from all this summer fresh-ness.
CANNOT.WAIT.
Back to cupcakes….
Guys, biting into one of these cupcakes is like biting into a piece of summer. I know, I’m so corny but seriously, a lazy, nostalgic summer day was the first thought that entered my mind when I took that first bite.
Many more bites followed.
My tastebuds are currently in summer heaven.
If you’re looking for the perfect 4th of July dessert, I have an awesome suggestion: These cupcakes! You will be the most popular person at the barbecue, I guarantee.
I personally do NOT wait for an occasion to make these cupcakes. They’re so easy and simple, they’ve become my go-to summer dessert.
You need, yes NEED to try these strawberry cupcakes this summer. But I warn you: After you make them once, you may just find yourself having to make them all summer long.
So far I’m living proof of this, since this is the third time I’ve made these cupcakes this summer. Many more times are sure to follow. 😉
Happy strawberry season! 😀
Fresh Strawberries & Cream Cupcakes
Ingredients
- 2 cups white whole wheat flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup xylitol or sugar
- 1/2 cup butter melted and slightly cooled
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup milk
- 4-5 fresh large strawberries hulled
- FROSTING:
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons xylitol or sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3-4 large strawberries processed into a chunky puree (about 1/2 cup)
- Additional strawberries for garnish optional
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350F and line a muffin tin with cupcake wrappers. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until combined. In a separate large bowl, whisk xylitol (or sugar) melted butter, egg, and milk until smooth. Gently fold flour mixture into liquid until just combined. Set aside for a moment.
- Place strawberries in a food processor and pulse several times until finely chopped into a chunky-puree. (do not over-pulse) You should have about 1/2 cup strawberry puree. Gently fold strawberry puree into batter.
- Fill prepared muffin cups, 3/4 full of batter and gently smooth tops. Bake cupcakes at 350F 22-23 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool cupcakes completely on a wire cooling rack.
- In a large bowl with an electric mixer, beat heavy cream to stiff peaks. Fold in xylitol (or sugar) vanilla, and pureed strawberry mixture.
- Slather frosting over tops of cooled cupcakes and garnish with additional strawberries if desired.
Notes
Recipe adapted from Sally’s Baking Addiction.
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Gayle @ Pumpkin 'N Spice says
Wow this frosting looks AMAZING! Like I think I could eat a whole bowl of it! And these cupcakes sound so delicious! Strawberry anything is a must in my book! Pinned!
Sarah says
Thanks, Gayle! And yes, It took every ounce of my strength not to eat the entire bowl of frosting by itself. 😉
olivia says
I love the frosting, Sarah. Everything tastes better with strawberries, right? 😉
Sarah says
Thanks Olivia! And absolutely, strawberries make everything tastier. 🙂
marcie says
Fresh, fruity desserts are the best for summer, especially with a light and creamy whipped cream frosting. These look just delicious!
Sarah says
Thank you Marcie! Call me weird, but I enjoy fruity desserts even more than rich, decadent ones. 😉
Natalie @ Tastes Lovely says
Yea! More strawberry treat recipes! (I still can’t stop thinking about your strawberry shortcake recipe). These cupcakes sound delicious! So happy it’s strawberry season. I must make these ASAP!
Sarah says
Isn’t strawberry season the best Natalie?? I have so many strawberry recipes that I want to make while they’re still in season. I’m pretty sure I’m gonna end up buying my grocery store completely outta fresh strawberries. LOL. 😉
Kelly says
I can’t get enough of fresh strawberries lately too and I love that these cupcakes are jam packed with them! They look so delicious and that creamy frosting – swoon!
Sarah says
Thanks Kelly! If you love strawberries, you definitely need to try these cupcakes this summer. 😉
Rachael | Spache the Spatula says
Oh good gravy! Strawberries & Cream is one of my favorite flavor combos on this planet, and these look FAB! I want to eat like 5, haha
Sarah says
I know right Rachael?? I think that strawberries/cream combo is way underappreciated. 😉
Jess @ Flying on Jess Fuel says
I will only eat strawberries in the summer… they are just soooo much better when they are in season!! These cupcakes are beautiful and sound DELICIOUS! I love the creamy topping!!
Sarah says
Totally agree, Jess! Strawberries are at their peak of tastiness only when they’re in season. 😉
Cate @ Chez CateyLou says
Summer food really is the bomb!! Strawberries are one of my favorite fruits – these cupcakes look so delicious and so perfect for summer!
Sarah says
Thanks Cate! And summer food is the best isn’t it?? I’d be happy to consume summer food year-round! 😉
Kristi @ Inspiration Kitchen says
These look fantastic! And just after having dinner, I am now craving one of these for dessert! YUM!
Sarah says
They’re so easy you should just make them now, Kristi! 😉 LOL
Jessica @ Jessiker Bakes says
These cupcakes look so tasty Sarah! Loving the frost, and yes summer food IS the bomb!
Sarah says
Thank you, Jessica! 😀
Dannii @ Hungry Healthy Happy says
I could definitely eat one of these right now. I love the look of the frosting.
Sarah says
Thanks, Dannii!
Cindy @ Pick Fresh Foods says
That frosting with strawberries mixed in looks absolutely delicious! Strawberries are easy my most favorite summer fruit. I get so excited when they are in season. 😀
Sarah says
My favorite summer fruit too, Cindy! I tend to go kind of nuts when they are in season and I drive my family crazy with all my strawberry recipes! Haha. 😉
Isadora @ she likes food says
Yum! It reminds me of a strawberry shortcake, but like 100 times better! It is dessert time and I could really go for one, or ten of these right now! I LOVE homemade whipped cream, especially when strawberries are involved, this looks so so good!
Sarah says
Oh yeahh! It’s like a sophisticated version of strawberry shortcake. Love that! And yes, to 10. I wanted to eat at LEAST that many of these cupcakes. Thanks girl! 😀