Chocolate Covered Strawberry Cupcakes

Chocolate Covered Strawberry Cupcakes are rich, moist chocolate cupcakes filled with a creamy strawberry center and topped with smooth chocolate frosting. They taste just like the classic chocolate-dipped strawberries but in cupcake form, making them perfect for Valentine’s Day, parties, or anytime you want an elegant dessert that’s still easy to make.

Ingredients

For the Chocolate Cupcakes

• 1½ cups all-purpose flour
• ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• ½ cup brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• ½ teaspoon baking powder
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 2 large eggs
• ¾ cup buttermilk
• ½ cup vegetable oil
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• ¾ cup hot coffee or hot water

For the Strawberry Filling

• ¾ cup strawberry jam or strawberry preserves
• 4 oz cream cheese, softened

For the Chocolate Frosting

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 2½ cups powdered sugar
• ½ cup cocoa powder
• 2–3 tablespoons heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For Garnish

• Fresh strawberries, halved

Preparation Steps

Step 1: Bake the Chocolate Cupcakes

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).Line a muffin pan with cupcake liners.In a bowl, whisk flour, cocoa powder, sugars, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.Add eggs, buttermilk, oil, and vanilla and mix until smooth.Slowly add hot coffee and mix until combined.Fill liners about ⅔ full and bake for 18–22 minutes.Let cupcakes cool completely.

Step 2: Prepare the Strawberry Filling

In a small bowl, mix strawberry jam with softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy.Set aside.

Step 3: Fill the Cupcakes

Use a small knife or cupcake corer to remove the center of each cupcake.Spoon or pipe strawberry filling into each cupcake.

Step 4: Make the Chocolate Frosting

Beat butter until creamy.Add powdered sugar and cocoa powder gradually.Add vanilla and cream and beat until smooth and fluffy.

Step 5: Frost and Decorate

Pipe chocolate frosting on each cupcake.Top with a fresh strawberry half.

Variation

• Use strawberry buttercream instead of filling for a simpler version
• Add white chocolate drizzle on top for extra contrast
• Make mini cupcakes for dessert trays
• Use dark chocolate frosting for a richer flavor
• Add a little strawberry extract to the filling for stronger flavor

Serving Suggestions

• Serve at room temperature for best texture
• Perfect for Valentine’s Day dessert tables
• Pair with a glass of milk or hot chocolate
• Add to cupcake boxes for gifts
• Serve with fresh strawberries on the side

Prep Time / Cooking Time / Total Time

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cooking Time: 22 minutes
Assembly Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 12 minutes

Nutritional Info (Approximate per cupcake)

Calories: 410
Carbohydrates: 48g
Protein: 5g
Fat: 22g
Sugar: 36g

Conclusion

Chocolate Covered Strawberry Cupcakes are rich, romantic, and full of flavor. With moist chocolate cake, creamy strawberry filling, and smooth chocolate frosting, they’re a show-stopping dessert that looks bakery-made but is simple to prepare at home.