Strawberry Shortcake Cupcakes
Strawberry Shortcake Cupcakes are a fun and portable way to enjoy the classic dessert. These soft, buttery cupcakes are layered with fresh strawberries and homemade whipped cream for a light, refreshing treat. Perfect for spring or summer gatherings, birthdays, or whenever you want an easy handheld dessert.
The butter cake base is rich and tender, thanks to plenty of butter, sugar, and eggs. The vanilla adds warmth, while the combination of milk and baking soda keeps the texture soft and moist. The whipped cream topping is lightly sweetened and pairs perfectly with the fresh strawberries, which bring a burst of natural sweetness.
If you love strawberry shortcake but want a version that’s easy to serve and take on the go, these cupcakes are the answer. They have all the flavors of the classic dessert but with a fun and shareable twist. Plus, they look as good as they taste!
The Ingredient List
These cupcakes are the perfect way to enjoy fresh strawberries! Be sure to grab everything you need for this recipe so when the time comes, you’re ready to bake.
- unsalted sweet cream butter, softened
- sugar
- large eggs
- pure vanilla extract
- flour
- baking soda
- whole milk
- heavy whipping cream-don’t have it? Try substitutes!
- powdered sugar
- strawberries, washed, dried, and sliced
For The Best Results
A stand mixer makes the cake and whipped cream come together quickly. But a hand mixer works, too.
Use a piping bag with a star tip for your whipped cream for a more polished look. You can use a knife to spread the frosting and it works just fine.
The sweetest berries you can find will make the absolute best strawberry shortcakes.
How To Change This Up
Try swapping strawberries for other fresh berries, like blueberries or raspberries. For extra indulgence, add a drizzle of chocolate or caramel sauce.
If you prefer a sturdier cupcake, refrigerate them before serving to let the whipped cream set.
You can swap out the homemade cupcakes for a box mix or plain storebought cupcakes. This makes this recipe SO easy!
And you can use non-dairy whipped topping instead of whipping cream. That way you can use low sugar or lowfat if you want or need it.
You can bake the cupcakes a day in advance and prepare most of the steps ahead of time. For best results, assemble them right before serving so they’re not soggy or gross.
Storing Leftovers
Leftover cupcakes can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two days. The whipped cream may soften over time, so enjoy them as soon as possible for the freshest taste.
Strawberry Shortcake Cupcakes
Ingredients
For the Butter Cake:
- 2 cups unsalted butter softened
- 4 cups sugar
- 8 large eggs
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 5 ½ cups flour
- 4 tsp baking soda
- 2 cups whole milk
For the Whipped Cream:
- 3 cups heavy whipping cream
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 18 oz container strawberries washed, dried, and sliced
- 1 large piping bag with a star tip
Instructions
For the Cupcakes:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with liners
- Beat the butter and sugar in a stand mixer until light and fluffy
- Beat in the eggs, one at a time, until combined
- Mix in the vanilla extract
- In a separate large bowl, whisk together the flour and baking soda
- Gradually alternate adding the milk and dry ingredients to the batter, mixing until smooth
- Fill the cupcake liners ¾ full with batter
- Bake for 21 minutes until lightly golden brown
- Remove from the oven and let cool completely
For the Whipped Cream:
- Beat the heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla in a stand mixer until stiff peaks form
- Transfer the whipped cream into a piping bag fitted with a star tip
To Assemble the Cupcakes:
- Finely chop ½ cup of the sliced strawberries
- Remove 12 cupcakes from their liners
- Slice off the tops of these cupcakes and set aside (discard or enjoy the bottoms)
- Pipe a ring of whipped cream on top of the remaining 12 cupcakes
- Add a few sliced strawberries over the whipped cream
- Place the reserved cupcake tops over the strawberries and whipped cream
- Pipe another dollop of whipped cream on top
- Spoon about 1 tsp of chopped strawberries over the whipped cream
- Serve and enjoy!
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