These strawberry milkshake cupcakes are soft, sweet, and full of fruity flavor. They combine the taste of a classic milkshake with a light cupcake texture and a creamy topping.
They’re perfect for desserts, parties, or anytime you want something fun and colorful.
What You’ll Need
Ingredients
For the cupcakes
- 1½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Wet ingredients
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup milk
For strawberry flavor
- ½ cup strawberry puree (fresh or blended strawberries)
For frosting
- 1 cup heavy cream (or whipped cream)
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons strawberry puree
Optional
- Fresh strawberries for topping
Tools
- Mixing bowls
- Hand mixer or whisk
- Cupcake tray
- Cupcake liners
- Oven
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Preheat oven
Preheat oven to 180°C and line a cupcake tray with liners.
2. Mix dry ingredients
In a bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt.
3. Prepare wet mixture
In another bowl, beat butter and sugar until smooth. Add eggs and vanilla extract. Mix well.
4. Combine
Add dry ingredients gradually into the wet mixture. Add milk and strawberry puree. Mix until smooth.
5. Fill cups
Pour batter into cupcake liners, filling about ¾ full.
6. Bake
Bake for 18 to 22 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
7. Cool
Let cupcakes cool completely.
8. Prepare frosting
Whip cream with powdered sugar and strawberry puree until light and fluffy.
9. Decorate
Pipe or spread frosting on cupcakes and top with fresh strawberries.
Serving Suggestions
These cupcakes pair well with:
- Cold milk
- Coffee
- Fruit-based drinks
Tips for Best Results
Use fresh strawberries for better flavor.
Do not overmix the batter.
Cool cupcakes before frosting.
Keep frosting chilled for best texture.
Storage
Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days due to the cream topping.
Variations
Use cream cheese frosting instead of whipped cream.
Add chocolate chips for a twist.
Use strawberry extract for stronger flavor.
