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Vegan Strawberry Shortcake Cupcakes

Incredibly delicious cupcakes inspired by strawberry shortcake!
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Prep Time 35 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cool Time 1 hour
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 12 cupcakes

Equipment

  • Stand Mixer
  • Hand Mixer

Ingredients
  

Cupcakes

  • cup (67g) organic sugar
  • 3 ¾ tablespoon (52g) vegan butter softened
  • ¾ cup (180ml) nondairy milk
  • 1 ½ tbsp (22g) vegan sour cream
  • 1 egg replacer I like Bob’s Red Mill
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • 1 ½ cups (180g) all purpose flour, sifted
  • ¾ tablespoon baking powder
  • ¾ teaspoon baking soda

Filling

  • 12 strawberries (about 179g/6.3 ounces), chopped
  • 2 tablespoons (24g) organic sugar

Frosting

  • ½ cup (113g) vegan butter softened
  • About 2 tablespoons (1.75 ounces/50g) vegan cream cheese softened
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons (30ml) vegan whipping cream
  • 1 ½ cups (180g) organic powdered sugar

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (176°C). Line a muffin tin with cupcake liners, or spray with nonstick spray. *Note: I suggest using liners.
  • In a large bowl cream together the butter and sugar with a hand mixer or stand mixer on a medium speed until fluffy. This should take about 1 minute.
  • Then add in the nondairy milk, sour cream, egg replacer, and vanilla. Mix again for about 30 to seconds until well incorporated.
  • Then add in the baking powder, baking soda, and flour. I like to add flour in gradually. Mix on a low speed until just combined. Scrape down the sides with a rubber spatula and mix any remaining flour in. You do not want to overman this batter.
  • Use a spoon to scoop the batter into the muffin tin wells. *Note: this batter is thicker and not like typical cake batter. You may need to use two spoons to push the batter in.
  • Bake in the oven for 15 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  • Meanwhile, add the strawberries and sugar to a bowl. Mix together with a spoon and set aside.
  • Using a stand mixer make the frosting. First, beat the vegan butter and vegan cream cheese in the stand mixer on medium speed until fluffy, about a minute. Then add in the vanilla extract and gradually add in powdered sugar. Continue to mix on a medium low speed (about 4 on KitchenAid) until all powdered sugar is added. Finally, add the vegan whipping cream and mix on high speed fo about 3 to 5 minutes until frosting is light and fluffy.
  • Once frosting is done transfer into a piping bag. I used a Wilton 2A tip on mine. Place in the fridge.
  • When cupcakes are done let them cool in the tray for 5 minutes. When safe to handle remove and place on a wire rack. Let them cool for at least an hour or until before serving.
  • Use a small spoon to scoop out the center of the cupcakes. Scoop in a small scoop of the strawberries, enough to fill the center. Push the cupcake top back on. Repeat with all cupcakes. The strawberries may have also made a juice and be sure to use that inside as well, it is delicious!
  • Once all the cupcakes are filled, add your frosting to the tops.
  • Garnish with a strawberry half, if desired and enjoy.

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Notes

  • I like to make the cake batter with a hand mixer, and then make the frosting with a stand mixer. *Note: I did not try to make this frosting with my hand mixer, I am not sure how it will work with one.
  • Egg Replacer: I like Bob's Red Mill. There are plenty brands out there or you can use a flax or chia egg. Follow the egg replacer according to package directions for the equivalent of 1 egg.
  • Vegan Whipping Cream: I use Silk (not sure if there are any others). You can replace with nondairy milk.
  • Vegan Butter: I prefer Miyokos or Earth Balance. I used the one from Trader Joe's and wasn't crazy about the texture it gave.
  • Vegan Cream Cheese: I use Kite Hill (contains almonds).
  • Vegan Sour Cream: I use Tofutti (contains soy).
  • Nondairy Milk: I use Ripple
  • Piping Tips and Frosting Bags
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