If you’re looking for a delightful treat that captures the essence of summer, these Strawberry Cupcakes are your answer. Bursting with fresh strawberry flavor, these cupcakes are perfect for any occasion – from birthday parties to casual get-togethers.
There’s something magical about the combination of fluffy vanilla cake and sweet strawberries. These cupcakes are not only visually stunning, with their rosy hue, but they also deliver a taste that will have everyone reaching for seconds. Now, let’s bring some sunshine into your kitchen with this easy recipe!
The Perfect Strawberry Cupcakes
These Strawberry Cupcakes are light and moist, with a tender crumb that melts in your mouth. Each bite is a perfect balance of sweetness from the strawberries and the rich vanilla flavor of the cake, topped off with a luscious strawberry frosting.
Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, pureed
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup milk
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for frosting)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened (for frosting)
- 1-2 tablespoons strawberry puree (for frosting)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- Make the Batter: In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract and strawberry puree.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the milk, starting and ending with the flour mixture. Mix until just combined.
- Bake: Fill the cupcake liners about 2/3 full with the batter. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow to cool completely.
- Make the Frosting: In a bowl, beat together the softened butter and powdered sugar. Add the strawberry puree and mix until you reach your desired consistency.
- Frost the Cupcakes: Once the cupcakes are completely cool, frost them with the strawberry frosting using a piping bag or knife.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Servings: 12 cupcakes
- Calories: 210kcal
- Fat: 8g
- Protein: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
