Description
These Strawberry Crunch Cupcakes combine fluffy vanilla cupcakes, sweet strawberry filling, creamy buttercream frosting, and a golden Oreo-strawberry crunch topping. Inspired by the classic strawberry shortcake ice cream bars, these cupcakes are a perfect blend of textures and flavors, making them ideal for birthdays, celebrations, or anytime you crave a sweet treat!
Ingredients
- For the Cupcakes: 1 box vanilla cake mix (plus ingredients listed on the box), ½ cup strawberry jam
- For the Frosting: 1 cup butter (softened), 3 cups powdered sugar, 2 tbsp heavy cream, 1 tsp vanilla extract, ½ tsp strawberry extract (optional)
- For the Crunch Topping: 1 cup Golden Oreos (crushed), ½ cup freeze-dried strawberries (crushed), 3 tbsp melted butter
Instructions
- Prepare Cupcakes: Follow the box mix instructions and bake the cupcakes. Let them cool.
- Make Crunch Topping: Mix crushed Golden Oreos, freeze-dried strawberries, and melted butter. Set aside.
- Prepare Frosting: Beat butter until smooth. Add powdered sugar, cream, vanilla, and strawberry extract. Mix until fluffy.
- Fill Cupcakes: Cut a small hole in each cupcake, fill with strawberry jam, and replace the cut-out piece.
- Frost Cupcakes: Use a piping bag or a spatula to frost each cupcake.
- Add Crunch Topping: Sprinkle or roll cupcakes in the strawberry crunch mixture, pressing lightly to stick.
- Serve & Enjoy!
Notes
- For a stronger strawberry flavor, add fresh chopped strawberries to the batter.
- Store cupcakes in an airtight container at room temperature for 2 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
- To freeze, store unfrosted cupcakes in an airtight container for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 18-20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American