Description
These white chocolate strawberry cupcakes are a delightful combination of creamy white chocolate and fresh strawberries, making them a perfect treat for any event. The cupcakes are light, moist, and bursting with fruity flavor, topped with a smooth, rich frosting. With white chocolate melted into the batter and strawberry pieces folded in, each bite is heavenly. Ideal for birthdays, parties, or just satisfying your sweet tooth, these cupcakes are easy to bake and sure to impress.
Ingredients
- For the cupcakes:
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup white chocolate, melted and slightly cooled
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup fresh strawberries, diced
- For the frosting:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1-2 tbsp milk
- Optional: Fresh strawberry puree or strawberry pieces for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with liners.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla extract and melted white chocolate.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients, alternating with milk, until well combined.
- Gently fold in the diced strawberries.
- Divide the batter into cupcake liners and bake for 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cupcakes cool completely before frosting.
- For the frosting, beat butter until creamy. Slowly add powdered sugar, vanilla, and milk, beating until fluffy.
- Frost the cooled cupcakes and top with strawberry garnish if desired.
Notes
- Ensure white chocolate is melted and cooled slightly before adding to the batter to avoid clumping.
- You can add a swirl of strawberry puree to the frosting for added flavor and color.
- Store cupcakes in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 29 g
- Sodium: 150 mg