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Strawberry Cupcakes with Strawberry Frosting

Delightful soft and fluffy strawberry cupcakes topped with creamy strawberry frosting, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the cupcakes
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened Ensure it's room temperature.
  • 2 large eggs Use room temperature.
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries, pureed Use fresh for best flavor.
For the frosting
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened Ensure it's room temperature.
  • 1/4 cup strawberry puree

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with cupcake liners.
  2. In a blender, puree the fresh strawberries until smooth. Set aside.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the milk and vanilla extract.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture while mixing until just combined.
  5. Gently fold in the strawberry puree, ensuring it’s evenly distributed throughout the batter.
  6. Spoon the batter into the prepared cupcake liners, filling each about two-thirds full.
Baking
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Allow them to cool completely on a wire rack.
Frosting
  1. In a mixing bowl, beat together the softened butter and powdered sugar. Gradually add in the strawberry puree until the frosting is smooth and creamy.
  2. Once the cupcakes are completely cooled, spread or pipe the strawberry frosting on top.
Serving
  1. Serve the cupcakes at your next family gathering and watch them disappear in no time!

Notes

For best results, use fresh strawberries and make sure to bring dairy ingredients to room temperature. Experiment with toppings like crushed strawberries or coconut flakes.