Mini Strawberry Runny Cake
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Looking for a dessert that’s simple to make, irresistibly delicious, and perfectly portioned? These Mini Strawberry Runny Cakes are the answer. Each bite-sized cake boasts a buttery, tender crumb with a gooey strawberry jam center that oozes out when warm. Ideal for tea parties, family gatherings, or as a cozy after-dinner treat, this recipe guides you step by step to achieve the perfect batch.
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🍓 Mini Strawberry Runny Cakes
🛒 Ingredients (Yields ~12 mini cakes)
| Category | Ingredient | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dry | All-purpose flour | 250 g (2 cups / 8.8 oz) | Base structure |
| Baking powder | 1 tsp | Helps cakes rise | |
| Salt | ½ tsp | Balances flavor | |
| Wet | Unsalted butter, room temp | 250 g (1 cup + 3 tbsp / 8.8 oz) | Richness, soft crumb |
| White granulated sugar | 250 g (1 cup + 3 tbsp / 8.8 oz) | Sweetness, moisture | |
| Eggs | 5 large, room temp | Structure, tender texture | |
| Vanilla extract | 1 tsp | Flavor enhancer | |
| Filling | Strawberry jam | As needed | Gooey center |
👩🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Preheat & Prepare Molds
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- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease mini cake molds or a mini muffin pan with butter, dust lightly with flour, and tap out excess.
Step 2: Cream Butter & Sugar
- Beat butter and sugar with an electric mixer on medium speed until pale, light, and fluffy (3–4 minutes).
- Scrape down sides as needed.
Step 3: Add Eggs & Vanilla
- Reduce speed to medium-low.
- Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Mix in vanilla extract. (Mixture may look slightly curdled—this will smooth out once flour is added.)
Step 4: Combine Dry Ingredients
- Sift flour, baking powder, and salt together.
- Gradually add to wet mixture on low speed, mixing just until smooth. Avoid overmixing.
Step 5: Fill Molds & Add Jam
- Spoon batter halfway into each mold.
- Place 1 tsp strawberry jam in the center.
- Cover with more batter, ensuring jam is enclosed. Smooth tops gently.
Step 6: Bake
- Bake 18–22 minutes, until tops are golden and a toothpick inserted near the edge (not the jam center) comes out clean.
- Rest cakes in molds for 5 minutes before removing.
Step 7: Serve Warm
- Carefully unmold cakes.
- Serve warm for the best gooey center.
- Optional: dust with powdered sugar or pair with vanilla ice cream for an elegant finish.
✨ These mini cakes are buttery, soft, and bursting with strawberry sweetness—guaranteed to impress with minimal effort.
