Description
Strawberry Cheesecake Red Velvet Cupcakes combine the tangy sweetness of strawberry cheesecake filling with the rich, velvety flavor of red velvet cupcakes. Topped with a creamy frosting, these elegant cupcakes are perfect for special occasions or everyday indulgence.
Ingredients
For the Red Velvet Cupcakes:
- All-purpose flour
- Granulated sugar
- Baking powder
- Baking soda
- Cocoa powder
- Salt
- Eggs
- Vegetable oil
- Vanilla extract
- Red food coloring
- Buttermilk (room temperature)
- White vinegar
For the Strawberry Cheesecake Filling:
- Cream cheese (softened)
- Powdered sugar
- Heavy cream
- Strawberry puree (fresh or frozen strawberries blended)
- Vanilla extract
For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
- Cream cheese (softened)
- Unsalted butter (softened)
- Powdered sugar
- Vanilla extract
- Heavy cream (optional, for consistency)
Optional Garnishes:
- Fresh strawberries
- Crushed graham crackers or cookie crumbs
Instructions
- Prepare the Red Velvet Cupcakes:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a medium bowl, combine dry ingredients: flour, baking powder, baking soda, cocoa powder, and salt.
- In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, sugar, oil, vanilla extract, and red food coloring. Mix in buttermilk until smooth.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, stirring until combined. Mix in vinegar.
- Divide batter evenly into liners, filling about 2/3 full. Bake for 18–20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool completely.
- Prepare the Strawberry Cheesecake Filling:
- Beat cream cheese until smooth. Add powdered sugar, heavy cream, strawberry puree, and vanilla. Beat until creamy.
- Transfer filling to a piping bag.
- Prepare the Cream Cheese Frosting:
- Beat cream cheese and butter until fluffy. Gradually mix in powdered sugar, vanilla, and heavy cream (if needed).
- Assemble the Cupcakes:
- Use a knife or corer to make a well in each cooled cupcake. Fill with cheesecake filling.
- Frost cupcakes and garnish as desired with fresh strawberries or crushed graham crackers.
Notes
- Substitute strawberry puree with raspberry puree for a variation.
- Use gel food coloring for vibrant cupcakes without altering batter consistency.
- Store cupcakes in the refrigerator and bring to room temperature before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American