Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Strawberry Cupcakes with Strawberry Buttercream Frosting! These light and airy cupcakes are infused with fresh strawberries, creating a mouthwatering treat that’s perfect for any occasion—from birthday parties to summer picnics. Topped with a vibrant pink strawberry buttercream, each bite bursts with fruity sweetness and creamy goodness. Easy to make and visually stunning, these cupcakes are sure to impress your family and friends. Customize them with extra toppings or sprinkles to elevate their charm and make every celebration even more special!
Ingredients
- 1 2/3 cup cake flour
- 3/4 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 3/4 cup + 2 Tbsp granulated sugar
- 1 large egg + 2 egg whites
- 1/3 cup fresh strawberry puree
- 1/4 cup buttermilk
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 3/4 cup diced strawberries (for batter)
- 1/2 cup + 2 Tbsp strawberry puree (for frosting)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (for frosting)
- 2 1/2 – 2 3/4 cups powdered sugar
- 1/4 tsp vanilla extract (for frosting)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners.
- Sift together cake flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt; set aside.
- In a stand mixer, cream together softened butter and sugar until fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- In a separate bowl, combine buttermilk, strawberry puree, and vanilla; gradually add to the wet mixture.
- Alternate adding dry ingredients and the buttermilk mixture until just combined.
- Gently fold in diced strawberries.
- Fill muffin cups about three-fourths full and bake for 20-23 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool completely before frosting with prepared strawberry buttercream.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 23 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: For a gluten-free version, substitute cake flour with a gluten-free blend. For added flavor in frosting, consider incorporating cream cheese or additional fruit purees. Store in an airtight container at room temperature or refrigerate for longer freshness.