Description
Delicious, moist Strawberry Cupcakes with a fluffy texture and rich strawberry frosting, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, pureed
- 1/2 cup fresh strawberries, diced (for garnish)
- Frosting: 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare Your Oven and Liners: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with cheerful paper liners.
- Cream the Butter and Sugar: In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the Eggs: Crack in the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Incorporate the Wet Ingredients: Gently stir in the milk, vanilla extract, and pureed strawberries until combined.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined.
- Fill the Liners: Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners, filling each about 2/3 full.
- Bake: Slide the cupcake pan into the oven and bake for 18-20 minutes. Check for doneness with a toothpick.
- Cool Completely: Allow cupcakes to cool before transferring to a cooling rack and cooling completely.
- Frosting Preparation: Beat softened butter until creamy, add powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla; beat until fluffy.
- Decorate: Frost the cooled cupcakes generously and adorn with diced fresh strawberries.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days. For longer storage, freeze in a zip-top bag for up to three months.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: strawberry cupcakes, dessert, baking, summer treats, sweet recipes