Description
Delight in these moist Chocolate-Covered Strawberry Cupcakes, combining rich chocolate cake with fresh strawberries and a fluffy whipped cream topping for an irresistible dessert perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Cake Ingredients
- 1 box chocolate cake mix
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 3 eggs
- 1 cup strawberries, chopped
Topping Ingredients
- 1 cup whipped cream
- 1 tablespoon powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Additional strawberries for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake tin with paper liners to prepare for baking.
- Mix Batter: In a large bowl, combine the chocolate cake mix, milk, vegetable oil, and eggs. Stir well until the mixture is smooth and all ingredients are incorporated.
- Add Strawberries: Gently fold the chopped strawberries into the batter to distribute them evenly without breaking them down.
- Bake Cupcakes: Evenly divide the batter among the paper-lined cupcake cups. Bake in the preheated oven for 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Prepare Topping: While the cupcakes cool, mix the whipped cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract for a lightly sweetened topping.
- Assemble and Serve: Once cupcakes have cooled completely, top each with the whipped cream mixture and garnish with additional fresh strawberries. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- Ensure the cupcakes are completely cooled before adding the whipped cream topping to prevent it from melting.
- You can substitute fresh whipped cream with stabilized whipped cream if you want the topping to hold longer.
- For an extra chocolatey touch, drizzle melted chocolate over the whipped cream.
- Use fresh, ripe strawberries for the best flavor.
