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Chocolate Strawberry Cupcakes

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These Chocolate Strawberry Cupcakes are a delicious treat for Valentine’s Day or any occasion. The moist, chocolatey cupcakes are topped with luscious strawberry buttercream frosting and finished off with a chocolate covered strawberry.

If you enjoy these Red Rose Cupcakes then you may also enjoy this recipe. They’re easy to make and sure to be a hit at your next party or gathering!

Chocolate Strawberry Cupcakes on a serving plate, with strawberries and chocolates on the side.
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Chocolate Covered Strawberry Cupcakes

Strawberries are my favorite springtime dessert because they are packed with nutrients such as vitamin C and fiber, while also being low in calories. These Chocolate Covered Strawberry Cupcakes are an easy way to indulge on this delicious fruit without over-indulging.

Why I Love This Recipe

Indulge your taste buds with these decadent cupcakes! Infused with moist, chocolatey goodness and topped off with a luscious strawberry buttercream frosting – plus an extra special crown of arguably the most romantic berry in existence – this delicious treat is sure to impress any crowd.

  • Easy to make
  • Always a hit at parties
  • Fills the house with a delicious aroma

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Ingredients

To make these delicious and rich cupcakes you will need a few simple ingredients. All of these ingredients are easy to find at your local grocery store, so take a quick trip to the store so you can enjoy beautiful cupcakes with your loved ones.

Chocolate Strawberry Cupcakes ingredients.

Chocolate Cake Mix – For this recipe, you will need one box of your favorite chocolate cake mix. You can choose any brand that you prefer, I like Betty Crocker.

Chocolate Chips – I like to use milk chocolate chips for dipping the strawberries.

Strawberry Extract – Sometimes strawberry extract can be hard to find, look for it at your local craft stores or online.

Substitutions

Chocolate: Instead of milk chocolate, you can also use semi-sweet chocolate chips, dark chocolate chips or even white chocolate chips depending on your preference.

Cake Mix: Instead of using a box of cake mix, you can use a batch of your favorite homemade chocolate cake batter.

Variations / Options / Add-Ins

Here are a few ways that you can personalize this recipe to adjust it to your taste buds.

Toppings – You can also add some extra toppings like sprinkles, mini chocolate chips, chopped nuts or coconut flakes that will give it a nice crunch and texture.

Filling – You could fill these cupcakes with strawberry jam or strawberry puree for even more strawberry flavor.

Raspberry – Instead of using strawberry extract, you could use raspberry extract.

Equipment Needed / Helpful Tools

You only needed a couple kitchen tools to make these delicious cupcakes. Gather all these ingredients and great ready to enjoy this sweet treat. 

  • Large baking sheet – I like to use a baking sheet that has rimmed edges. 
  • Muffin tin – I used a 12 cup muffin pan, but you could bake in batches in a 6 count cupcake pans also. 
  • Cupcake liners – You can use silicone or paper cupcake liners.

How to Make Chocolate Strawberry Cupcakes

Making these flavorful cupcakes is so simple. Just follow the instructions below and you will have a great Valentine’s Day treat in no time at all. 

Step 1: Prepare the cake mix 

Prepare the chocolate cake mix according to package directions. Bake them in a paper lined muffin tin until done. 

Step 2: Cool the cupcakes and wash the strawberries

As the chocolate cupcakes are cooling on a cooling rack, prepare the chocolate-covered strawberries. Wash, dry and remove the green stem from the strawberries.

Step 3: Prepare a baking sheet

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.

Step 4: Melt the chocolate

Melt the milk chocolate chips in the microwave in 35 second increments, stir well in between each reheating.

Melted milk chocolate chips in a mixing bowl.

Step 5: Dip the strawberries

Dip each strawberry in the melted chocolate chips, coating the strawberries completely. (A toothpick or dipping tool comes in handy for this.)

The strawberry is dipped in melted chocolate.

Step 6: Allow the chocolate to harden

Place the chocolate-coated strawberries on the prepared baking sheet and repeat the process with all strawberries. Allow the chocolate on the strawberries to set for at least 45 minutes.

Chocolate-coated strawberries on a baking sheet.

Step 7: Cream the butter and sugar for the strawberry frosting 

For the strawberry buttercream, beat the butter and powdered sugar in a large bowl with an electric mixer for 2 minutes on medium-high speed.

In a large bowl, butter and powdered sugar are being beaten together.

Step 8: Add the remaining wet ingredients

Add the milk and strawberry extract and beat until combined.

Milk and strawberry extract are added to the frosting mixture.

Step 9: Adjust the flavor of the frosting and then add to a piping bag

Adjust the texture or flavor of the frosting, as needed, with additional sugar, milk or strawberry extract. Scoop the buttercream into a piping bag fit with a large star tip.

piping bag with frosting and a large star tip inside the jar.

Step 10: Frost the cupcakes

Swirl the strawberry buttercream onto the cooled chocolate cupcakes and top each cupcake with a chocolate-covered strawberry.

chocolate cupcakes with strawberry frosting.

Serving Suggestions

I love to serve these cupcakes with this Instant Pot Shrimp Scampi and side of Air Fryer Roasted Vegetables for a hearty and filling meal.

2 Chocolate Strawberry Cupcakes with more cupcakes blurred in the background.

Pro Tips

Here are a few tips that you can use to help you make these easy cupcakes.

  • Be careful to not overmix the batter once you add the wet ingredients. 
  • If you want to make these cupcakes look extra special, try decorating them with a chocolate drizzle or sprinkles. 
  • Take care to not overbake the cupcakes so they stay nice and moist.
  • Add some chopped freeze-dried strawberries to your frosting mixture for even more strawberry flavor. 
  • While the cupcakes are cooling you can prep the frosting, however make sure that your cupcakes are completely cooled before you frost them. 
  • Melt some candy melts and drizzle on top of the frosting for even more chocolate flavor. 
  • Don’t forget to preheat the oven before you bake your cupcakes. 
  • If you want a chocolate frosting, add some cocoa powder to the frosting. 
  • Don’t want strawberry flavor? You can use vanilla extract in your frosting instead.

FAQs

Do you have questions about this recipe? Here are the answers to the most commonly asked questions for this recipe.

How to store

You can store these cupcakes in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Can I freeze the cupcakes?

Yes, you can freeze these cupcakes in a freezer friendly container for up to 2 months. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight before serving. I recommend that you freeze them unfrosted.

How can I make the chocolate smooth?

If you find that your chocolate is not as smooth as you need, you can add a teaspoon or two of shortening or coconut oil to temper the chocolate.

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Chocolate Strawberry Cupcakes

Corinne Schmitt
These Chocolate Strawberry Cupcakes are rich, soft and flavorful. They are a great dessert for Valentine's Day or any day of the year.
5 from 14 votes
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Course Cupcakes, Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 24 Cupcakes
Calories 263 kcal

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Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • muffin pan
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper

Ingredients
  

  • 15.25 ounces Chocolate Cake Mix plus ingredients called for on the box
  • 18 Strawberries
  • 3/4 cup Milk Chocolate Chips
  • 1 cup Butter softened
  • 4-5 cups Powdered Icing Sugar as needed
  • 2-3 Tablespoons Milk or Cream as needed
  • 1 teaspoon Strawberry Extract

Instructions
 

  • Prepare the chocolate cake mix according to package directions.
  • As the cupcakes are cooling, prepare the chocolate-covered strawberries.
  • Wash, dry and remove the green stem from the strawberries.
  • Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
  • Melt the milk chocolate chips in the microwave in 35 second increments, stir well in between each reheating.
  • Dip each strawberry in the melted chocolate chips, coating the strawberries completely. (A toothpick or dipping tool comes in handy for this.)
  • Place the chocolate-coated strawberries on the prepared baking sheet and repeat the process with all strawberries.
  • Allow the chocolate on the strawberries to set for at least 45 minutes.
  • For the strawberry buttercream, beat the butter and powdered sugar in a large bowl with an electric mixer for 2 minutes.
  • Add the milk and strawberry extract and beat until combined.
  • Adjust the texture or flavor of the frosting, as needed, with additional sugar, milk or strawberry extract.
  • Scoop the buttercream into a piping bag fit with a large star tip.
  • Swirl the strawberry buttercream onto the cooled chocolate cupcakes and top each cupcake with a chocolate-covered strawberry.

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Notes

  • Be careful to not overmix the batter once you add the wet ingredients.
  • If you want to make these cupcakes look extra special, try decorating them with a chocolate drizzle or sprinkles.
  • Take care to not overbake the cupcakes so they stay nice and moist.

Nutrition

Serving: 1CupCalories: 263kcalCarbohydrates: 39gProtein: 1gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.3gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 210mgPotassium: 99mgFiber: 1gSugar: 31gVitamin A: 240IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 38mgIron: 1mg
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