It’s almost Valentine’s Day! What will you be giving your Valentine this year? Have you looked for the perfect gift? I know I am truly struggling with what to get some of my loved ones. They are all so different and I’m sure they are tired of my classic card and chocolate gifts I usually give out around this time of the year. If you are struggling like me, how about you bake them up something special with this Strawberry filled Red Velvet Cupcake. It’s topped with homemade ganache and ganache dipped strawberries with a white chocolate drizzle. Bake these up for a Valentine’s Day party or just for your special Sweetheart.
This year my kids will be giving out their own Valentine’es Day card’s to their classmates. We went from homeschool to public school this year and it has been such a big change for us all. The one thing we weren’t really able to do when we homeschooled was hand out Valentine’s Day cards. This year will be different and the kids are so excited. They have even marked the day on the calendar of when their Valentine’s Day Parties will be. I guess now my kids will be known for bringing in cupcakes like I was when I was in school. I think the exception in our case is that I have to provide enough for 3 classes, YAY! I’m sure if I keep saying I think I can I think I can, those cupcakes will get baked!
What’s your favorite memory when you were in Elementary School on Valentine’s Day? What was your favorite thing to gift and what was your favorite type of gift? Did you ever bring in treats? My mom was famous for bringing in cupcakes so everyone always knew it was going to be a delicious party.
- 1 Box of Red Velvet Cupcakes
- (mix as directed except substitute the water for milk)
- 2 Cups of Cut Strawberries
- ½ Cup of Sugar
- 1 Tablespoon of Butter
- Dash of Salt
- 1 Tablespoon of Orange Juice
- 2 Tablespoons of Flour
- Chocolate Ganache:
- 1 Cup of Heavy Whipping Cream
- 2 Cups of Semi Sweet chocolate chips
- Bake Cupcakes as directed, but replace the water with milk as an ingredient, bake and then set aside.
- In a medium/small sauce pan add in the butter, sugar and then let them combine.
- Add in the orange juice (optional), flour, and then the strawberry. Cook on low/medium heat for 3-5 minutes. set aside to cool
- Cut a hole in the cupcakes, but save the tops.Add in the chilled Strawberry filling and then set aside again.
- In a double broiler method bring the heavy whipping cream to a low boil, add the chocolate chips and then stir till mixed. Let sit for a minimum of 1 hour before using. Pout the mixture over the cherry filled cupcakes.
- Topping: Dip whole strawberries in the chocolate ganache and then set aside, melt down white chocolate in a double broiler method and then drizzle over the tops of the strawberries. Top your cupcakes with the strawberries and then serve.
- Enjoy!
Those look so yummy! I love the strawberries in the middle. Genius!
Those look so good. I am a huge sucker for any kind of cupcakes, but especially red velvet ones.
These would not last to Valentines Day! I’m not sure they would leave the kitchen after decorating! These will be a must try.
Those look out rages! You are very talented. I would love to bake something like that for my husband for Valentine’s Day.
Strawberry cupcakes? How cool. They look amazing. You are so creative with your recipes.
Oh my wow. They look SO decadent and yummy … I may have to make a few batches to make sure I get the recipe right 😉
I love strawberry red velvet cakes. They look so sweet and delicious. I would to try this at home.
I have a friend who absolutely loves red velvet cake. I’m sure she would enjoy this recipe.
Oh, wow. These look so good but so bad. Lol. At least there’s a fruit on top. Thanks for sharing these.
oh my these are so perfect for a date night, I will be trying them for hubby!
These look so amazing! I am going to have to make these for Valentine’s Day. They look sooooo delicious.
Oh my cupcakes. I am so in love with yah. This looks really yummy!
These are look so so good perfect gift for my mom for her birthday. Thanks for sharing
Wow my family would love if I made these. Thanks for sharing this recipe, they are going to love them!
These look amazing and do different in comparision to what’s out there! I certainly could impress a few folks by making these!
Oh my, that cupcake is calling my name. I would love to try this. I’m sure it will be a hit with my kids.
These are so amazing looking. I have to get the ingredients i will need to make these this weekend. I hope mine turn out as nice as yours.
Oh my! These look absolutely delicious and an amazing cupcake for Valentine’s Day! Can’t wait to make them!
These look amazing! What a wonderful idea! I think they’d make great treats for Valentine’s Day. You did such a great job.
These Valentines day strawberry red velvet cupcakes looks so delicious. I am going to have to make these for sure. Yummy!!!
LOVE love chocolate covered strawberries and red velvet! I swear at my wedding i’m just going to have a fondue tower of chocolate and a bushel of berries to dip it in!
I can already feel my pants getting too tight as I devour every last one 🙂 That looks absolutely amazing!
Sometimes I squeeze frosting into the cupcake, but I never thought of this. Looks so good and I can’t wait to try it.
Wow! Those look so delicious! Gorgeous photography by the way!
Wow, that looks so scrumptious! It has been ages since I’ve had red velvet, but I may have to try something like this soon. – HilLesha
Ohh! I want a couple of these please! I love red velvet cupcakes!