🍓 Mini Strawberry Runny Cakes (Soft, Buttery & Filled Center)

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  • March 31, 2026
Breakfast

These soft, buttery mini cakes with a gooey strawberry center are incredibly easy to make—even if you’re a beginner. Perfect for tea time, kids, or even selling on your website 💛

🧁 Ingredients

  • 1 cup (225g) butter, softened
  • 1 cup (200g) sugar
  • 3 eggs (room temperature)
  • 1 ½ cups (190g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp vanilla extract
  • ¼ cup (60ml) milk
  • Strawberry jam (for filling)

🍰 Step-by-Step Instructions (Detailed)

1. Preheat & Prepare

  • Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
  • Grease your mini loaf pan or muffin tray lightly with butter or oil.
    👉 This prevents sticking and gives a clean finish.

2. Cream Butter & Sugar (Very Important Step)

  • In a large bowl, beat butter + sugar together.
  • Mix for about 3–5 minutes until it becomes light, fluffy, and pale.
    👉 This step adds air, making your cakes soft and fluffy.

3. Add Eggs One by One

  • Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
    👉 Don’t rush this—proper mixing prevents the batter from curdling.

 

 

 

 

 

4. Mix Dry Ingredients Separately

  • In another bowl, combine:
    • Flour
    • Baking powder
      👉 Mixing separately ensures even rising.

5. Combine Everything Smoothly

  • Gradually add dry ingredients into the wet mixture.
  • Add milk and vanilla extract.
  • Mix gently until smooth.
    👉 Do NOT overmix—this can make cakes dense instead of soft.

6. Fill the Molds (Layering Trick!)

  • Fill each mold halfway with batter.
  • Add 1 teaspoon strawberry jam in the center.
  • Cover with a little more batter.
    👉 Don’t overfill—leave some space for rising.

7. Bake to Perfection

  • Bake for 18–25 minutes.
  • Check using a toothpick (edges should be done, center slightly soft).
    👉 Slight softness in the center = perfect “runny” effect.

8. Cool & Serve

  • Let cakes cool for 10 minutes before removing.
  • Serve warm for that gooey strawberry center 😍

💡 Pro Tips (Small Details That Matter)

  • Use room temperature ingredients for best texture
  • Don’t skip creaming butter—it’s key for softness
  • Slightly underbake for a runny center
  • Use thick jam, not watery

❓ FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)

🔸 Why is my cake not soft?

You may have overmixed the batter or not creamed the butter properly.

🔸 Why didn’t I get a runny center?

  • You may have baked too long
  • Or used too little jam

👉 Try adding a bit more jam and reducing bake time slightly.

🔸 Can I use other fillings?

Yes! You can use:

  • Chocolate spread
  • Blueberry jam
  • Caramel

🔸 Can I make this without an oven?

Yes, you can bake it in a covered pan on low heat or use a steamer—but texture may vary.

🔸 How to store these cakes?

  • Room temp: 2 days (airtight container)
  • Fridge: up to 5 days
  • Freezer: up to 1 month

🔸 Can I reheat them?

Yes! Microwave for 10–15 seconds to bring back the gooey center.

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