strawberries and cream cupcakes (filled)
Over the last two years, I have experimented with different variations of many desserts. First, I tried pies which I decided wasn't my forte. I then tried cheesecakes, cakes, fudge, cookies, and now cupcakes! I came across a few recipes that I liked and decided to combine them into one dessert dish. Strawberries and cream cupcakes filled with a homemade marshmallow creme filling - yummy. After having my family and some of my coworkers try these, I decided it would be a nice idea to enter them into a fair for judgment. To my surprise, I got first place! Enjoy.
Blue Ribbon Recipe
We loved this fabulous strawberry cupcake. It's a small-batch cupcake recipe that takes a little bit of work, but the final result is worth it. The cake part is light and fluffy with a classic vanilla flavor. Homemade marshmallow creme is a little surprise when you bite into the cupcake. Thick, sweet, and creamy, it's so much better than anything you'd buy at the store. Creamy and fluffy, the frosting has just the right amount of strawberry flavor. A delicious cupcake for any occasion everyone will love.
Ingredients
- CUPCAKES
- 2 large egg whites
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup butter, softened
- 3/4 cup + 2 TBSP granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 3/4 cup buttermilk
- MARSHMALLOW CREME FILLING
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup light corn syrup
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 2 large egg whites
- 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
- 1 1/2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- STRAWBERRY CREME BUTTERCREAM FROSTING
- 1 1/2 sticks unsalted butter
- 1 cup marshmallow cream (filling)
- 3 - 4 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup strawberries, pureed
How To Make strawberries and cream cupcakes (filled)
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Step 1For the cake, set egg whites, buttermilk, and butter out at room temperature for no less than 30 minutes. -
Step 2Prepare a muffin pan by placing aluminum muffin cups in each indention.
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Step 3Preheat over to 350 degrees F. Combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a small mixing bowl; set aside.
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Step 4Cream butter, sugar, and vanilla in a separate bowl (medium mixing bowl).
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Step 5Add egg whites, little by little, until completely combined.
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Step 6Alternately add flour mixture and buttermilk.
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Step 7Beat after each addition until all is combined.
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Step 8Pour a 1/4 cup scoop of cake mixture into each muffin cup.
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Step 9Bake at 350 degrees for 18-20 minutes.
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Step 10For the marshmallow creme filling, place egg whites and cream of tartar in a stand-up mixer, such as Kitchen-Aid. Whip on medium while making the syrup.
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Step 11Combine sugar, corn syrup, water, and salt in a small saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a boil, stirring occasionally, until the mixture has reached 240 degrees (you will need a candy thermometer for this).
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Step 12Add syrup, slowly, to the now-whipped egg whites mixing as you go. Then add the vanilla extract. Once it is all added continue beating.
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Step 13Whip for an additional 6-8 minutes until thickened. The creme should be thick and glossy.
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Step 14For the strawberry creme buttercream frosting, whip butter, until creamy, in a small mixing bowl.
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Step 15Add marshmallow creme and vanilla; combine until smooth.
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Step 16Sift powdered sugar over the creamed mixture and combine. This will ensure no lumps form.
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Step 17Mix in the strawberry puree until the desired consistency is reached.
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Step 18Once the cupcakes are cooled, pipe the marshmallow creme into the middle of each cupcake. Stick the tip about halfway into the middle of the cupcake. Squeeze for a second and lift the pastry bag away with care.
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Step 19Using another pastry bag, pipe frosting onto cupcakes using an up and down continual motion to create a slight wave. Start from the outside in (let a little bit of the cream filling show in the center which creates a flower effect. Store in the refrigerator for freshness.
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