These Gluten-Free Strawberry Filled Cupcakes were a hit amongst all of my test groups. I try to have people provide feedback for each recipe I develop and everyone has 5 star reviews for these! These cupcakes are a delightful treat that combines a light and fluffy cupcake with a sweet and tangy strawberry surprise. Each bite delivers the perfect balance of moist vanilla cake and a burst of fresh strawberry filling, creating a harmonious blend of flavors. The cupcake batter, made with a gluten-free flour blend, ensures a tender crumb without compromising taste or texture. Topped with a luscious strawberry cream cheese frosting, these cupcakes are not only visually stunning but also irresistibly delicious. The frosting’s pale pink hue, achieved naturally with strawberry puree and crushed freeze-dried strawberries, adds a beautiful touch that enhances the overall presentation. Whether you’re serving them at a birthday party, a spring gathering, or just indulging in a sweet treat at home, these cupcakes are sure to impress.
What truly sets these cupcakes apart is the hidden center of homemade strawberry filling. The filling is made by simmering fresh strawberries with a hint of lemon juice and sugar, creating a rich, fruity core that complements the delicate vanilla cake. As you bite into the cupcake, the filling adds a delightful surprise, with its juicy and slightly tart notes balancing the sweetness of the cake and frosting. The strawberry cream cheese frosting adds a velvety finish, blending the creamy texture of softened cream cheese with the vibrant flavors of strawberries. Each cupcake is topped with a fresh strawberry slice or a sprinkle of crushed freeze-dried strawberries, adding a burst of color and a touch of elegance. These cupcakes are a celebration of strawberry goodness, offering a delicious experience that feels both indulgent and refreshing.
Fresh Strawberry Filling: A homemade strawberry filling made with ripe strawberries, a touch of lemon juice, and sugar, simmered to perfection. This filling is tucked inside each cupcake, delivering a burst of fruity flavor with every bite.
Fluffy Gluten-Free Cupcakes: These cupcakes are soft, moist, and made with a gluten-free flour blend that creates a light and tender crumb. No one will guess they’re gluten-free!
Strawberry Cream Cheese Frosting: The creamy frosting is whipped with real strawberry puree and crushed freeze-dried strawberries for an authentic strawberry flavor. It’s silky, slightly tangy, and beautifully pink—perfect for piping swirls on top.
These Gluten-Free Strawberry Filled Cupcakes are a sweet surprise in every bite. The soft, vanilla-scented cake cradles a hidden center of fresh strawberry filling, offering a burst of juicy, tangy flavor. Topped with a dreamy strawberry cream cheese frosting, these cupcakes are as delightful to look at as they are to eat. Whether you’re baking for a special occasion or simply treating yourself, these cupcakes are a guaranteed crowd-pleaser that brings the freshness of strawberries into every delicious morsel.
Gluten Free Strawberry Filled Cupcakes
These Gluten-Free Strawberry Filled Cupcakes were a hit amongst all of my test groups. I try to have people provide feedback for each recipe I develop and everyone has 5 star reviews for these! These cupcakes are a delightful treat that combines a light and fluffy cupcake with a sweet and tangy strawberry surprise. Each bite delivers the perfect balance of moist vanilla cake and a burst of fresh strawberry filling, creating a harmonious blend of flavors. The cupcake batter, made with a gluten-free flour blend, ensures a tender crumb without compromising taste or texture. Topped with a luscious strawberry cream cheese frosting, these cupcakes are not only visually stunning but also irresistibly delicious. The frosting’s pale pink hue, achieved naturally with strawberry puree and crushed freeze-dried strawberries, adds a beautiful touch that enhances the overall presentation. Whether you're serving them at a birthday party, a spring gathering, or just indulging in a sweet treat at home, these cupcakes are sure to impress.
Ingredient
Strawberry Filling
Cupcake Batter
Strawberry Cream Cheese Frosting
Preparation
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Strawberry Filling
- Combine the chopped 2-3 Cups Strawberries,½ Cup Sugar, and 1-2 Tbs lemon juice. Let sit for about 10 minutes.
- Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Cook for 5-7 minutes until the strawberries slightly soften.
- Remove from heat and allow the filling to cool to room temperature.
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Cupcake Batter
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- In a large bowl, cream 4 Tbs Unsalted Butter, ¼ Cup (50g) Vegetable Oil, and 1 Cup (200g) Sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the 2 Large Eggs (one at a time) and add 1 Tbs Vanilla Extract. Mix for about 2 minutes.
- In a separate bowl, add 1 ½ Cup GF Flour, 1 ½ Tsp Baking Powder, ¼ Tsp Baking Soda, ¼ Tsp Salt. Whisk until well incorporated.
- In a stand mixer or using a hand mixer, begin to combine your wet and dry ingredients. Add half of the dry mixture to your wet ingredients and mix until slightly combined. Add in ½ of ¾ Cup Buttermilk mixture and combine. Continue this process until all ingredients are combined.
- Scoop batter into a lined cupcake pan, ensuring that you fill each cupcake tin about â…” full. Bake for 18-22 minutes or until a toothpick is inserted into the center and comes out clean.
- Allow cupcakes to cool completely.
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Strawberry Cream Cheese Fosting
- In a bowl, beat together the 8 oz softened Cream Cheese and 4 Tbs Butter until smooth.
- Add in 2-3 Cups of powdered sugar. Be sure that you scoop the powdered sugar into your measuring cup instead of scooping the powdered sugar directly out of the container using the measuring cup, this will ensure that your frosting is not too sweet. Mix until ingredients are combined.
- From your strawberry filling you created earlier, remove 2 -3 Tbs and puree. Add this puree to the frosting mixture and whip for 2 minutes.
- Add in ½ tsp Vanilla extract, a pinch of salt and ¼ Cup freeze dried strawberries.
- Whip for 5 minutes, set mixture to the side.
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Cupcake Assembly
- Using an apple corer, or any other circular object that will help you create a well in the cupcakes, start to push into the cupcake about half way down and remove the cake from the center (feel free to snack on the scapes). Repeat this step on each cupcake.
- Grab your strawberry filling mixture and place into a piping bag (or use a spoon) and place the filling into the wells created in the cupcakes. Fill just until it reaches the top of the cupcake.
- Place your strawberry cream cheese frosting into a piping bag and pipe the frosting into swirls over each cupcake.
- Quarter 8-10 strawberries and add one quarter to each cupcake to decorate. (*Optional)
Note
Make sure all your ingredients are at room temperature to ensure a smooth and even batter.
When coring the cupcakes, avoid going too deep to prevent the filling from leaking out the bottom.
Store the cupcakes in an airtight container in the refrigerator if not served immediately. Let them sit at room temperature for about 20 minutes before serving for the best flavor and texture.
Use a cookie scoop to ensure even portions of batter in each cupcake liner.
