Description
Cute blueberry cupcakes inspired by Blueberry Muffin from Strawberry Shortcake. These soft vanilla-blueberry cupcakes are topped with blueberry buttercream and decorated with blue and purple colors inspired by the beloved character. Perfect for kids’ parties, themed birthdays, or Strawberry Shortcake fans.
Ingredients
🛒 Ingredients (for 12 cupcakes)
For the Cupcakes:
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
¼ teaspoon salt
½ cup unsalted butter, softened
¾ cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ cup whole milk
1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
Optional: a few drops of blue or purple food coloring
For the Blueberry Buttercream:
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
3 cups powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 tablespoons blueberry jam or puree
1–2 tablespoons milk (to adjust texture)
Optional: blue or purple food coloring
For Decorations:
Fresh blueberries
Purple and blue sprinkles
Small candy pearls
Optional: Strawberry Shortcake character cupcake toppers
Instructions
📝 Instructions:
Step 1: Prepare the Cupcakes
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with cupcake liners.
In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
In a separate large bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time and mix well. Stir in vanilla extract.
Gradually add the dry ingredients alternating with milk until a smooth batter forms. Fold in blueberries gently. Add a small amount of blue or purple food coloring if desired.
Divide the batter evenly among cupcake liners.
Step 2: Bake
Bake for 18–22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Remove from oven and allow cupcakes to cool completely before frosting.
Step 3: Make the Frosting
In a mixing bowl, beat butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar.
Add vanilla extract and blueberry jam or puree. Mix until smooth. Add milk a little at a time until the frosting reaches a fluffy, spreadable consistency.
Add blue or purple food coloring if you want a stronger berry-themed color.
Step 4: Decorate
Pipe the blueberry buttercream onto cooled cupcakes using a piping bag or spoon.
Top with fresh blueberries and sprinkles. Add Strawberry Shortcake themed toppers or decorations for a fun character-inspired dessert.
Notes
- Extra Blueberry Flavor: Add a teaspoon of lemon zest to the batter to brighten the blueberry flavor.
- Frozen Blueberries: Toss frozen blueberries in a little flour before mixing into the batter to prevent sinking.
- Kid-Friendly Activity: Let kids decorate their own cupcakes with blueberries and sprinkles.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert / Cupcakes
- Method: Baked / Frosted
- Cuisine: American
