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Strawberry Shortcake Cupcakes Without a Mixer

This recipe involves gently folding fresh strawberries into a light cupcake batter made with minimal mixing, prioritizing careful incorporation to preserve air and fluffiness. The batter is baked until golden and moist, resulting in delicate, melt-in-your-mouth cupcakes with visible flecks of strawberries. The process emphasizes hand-whisking and gentle handling to achieve a tender texture and vibrant appearance.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups fresh strawberries hulled and chopped
  • optional powdered sugar for dusting

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Cupcake tin
  • Paper cupcake liners
  • Cooling rack

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a cupcake tin with paper liners and set aside.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour and sugar until combined. Add the softened butter and gently fold it into the dry ingredients with a spatula until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs, ensuring no large butter chunks remain.
  3. In a separate small bowl, beat the eggs with the milk and vanilla extract until smooth and slightly frothy. Gradually pour this mixture into the dry ingredients while gently folding with a whisk, incorporating just until the batter is uniform and light.
  4. Carefully fold the chopped strawberries into the batter using a spatula, distributing them evenly without overmixing to preserve the batter’s airy texture.
  5. Spoon the batter into the prepared cupcake liners, filling each about two-thirds full. Tap the tray gently on the counter to settle the batter and remove air bubbles.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes or until the cupcakes are golden around the edges and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Once done, transfer the cupcakes to a cooling rack and let cool completely.

Notes

For extra flavor, dust with powdered sugar before serving. Use fresh strawberries for the best texture and color.