Strawberry Shortcake Cupcakes

Ingredients and Weight:

1. 2 cups all-purpose flour
2. 1 cup sugar
3. 1 stick butter (salted or unsalted), melted
4. 2 eggs
5. 1 tsp baking powder
6. ½ tsp baking soda
7. 1 cup fresh strawberries, chopped
8. 1 cup heavy cream, for frosting
9. 1 tsp vanilla extract

Preparation Time:

• Preparation Time: 30 minutes
• Cooking Time: 20-25 minutes

Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2. In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, and baking soda.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract.
4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
5. Fold in the chopped strawberries.
6. Scoop the mixture into cupcake liners in a cupcake pan.
7. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. Let cool completely before frosting.
9. While the cupcakes are cooling, prepare the frosting by mixing the heavy cream until soft peaks form.
10. Frost the cupcakes and top with fresh strawberries.

Nutritional Information: (Per serving)

• Calories: Approx. 400 calories per cupcake (based on ingredients listed)
• Fat: 18g
• Carbohydrates: 55g
• Protein: 4g

Dish Characteristics:

• These cupcakes are a classic American dessert, perfect for any celebration or special occasion.
• The combination of fresh strawberries and vanilla frosting gives these cupcakes a delightful taste that is loved by all ages.
• The cupcakes are moist and tender, with a hint of strawberry flavor throughout.

User Comments:

1. "These cupcakes were so delicious! The strawberry flavor was perfect and the frosting was creamy and delicious."
2. "I made these for my daughter's birthday and they were a hit! Everyone loved the strawberry flavor and the cupcakes were so moist."
3. "These cupcakes were easy to make and tasted great! I will definitely make them again."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Be sure to use fresh strawberries for the best flavor and texture.
• When mixing the batter, be careful not to overmix, as this can lead to tough cupcakes.
• For best results, let the cupcakes cool completely before frosting them.
• If you want to add more strawberry flavor, you can add a few drops of strawberry extract to the frosting.