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Cranberry Cream Cupcakes

Delightful cupcakes with a unique twist of tart cranberries and rich cream frosting. Perfect for family gatherings or a winter treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cupcake Ingredients
  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • 0.5 cups milk
  • 1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 0.5 teaspoon baking powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
  • 0.25 teaspoon salt
Frosting Ingredients
  • 1 cup whipped cream or cream cheese frosting

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the Oven: Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lining a cupcake tin with paper liners.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together your flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
  3. Cream the Butter and Sugar: In a separate mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy.
  4. Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
  5. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients and milk alternating until just combined. Be careful not to overmix!
  6. Fold in Cranberries: Gently fold in the cranberries, ensuring they’re evenly distributed without breaking them too much.
  7. Fill the Cupcake Liners: Divide the batter evenly among your cupcake liners, filling each about two-thirds full.
Baking
  1. Bake: Place in the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  2. Cool: Allow the cupcakes to cool in the tin for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Frosting
  1. Frost: Once cooled, top with whipped cream or cream cheese frosting as desired.

Notes

To keep the cupcakes fresh, store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Avoid reheating in the microwave; cupcakes are best enjoyed fresh. You can customize the frosting per your preference.