Description
Strawberry cupcakes are the perfect blend of flavor and fun! Moist, fluffy, and bursting with fresh strawberry goodness, these treats are topped with a luscious cream cheese frosting that will have your taste buds dancing. Ideal for any occasion—birthdays, picnics, or simply indulging in a sweet moment—each bite is a delightful experience. Elevate your dessert game with these easy-to-make cupcakes that promise to impress both kids and adults alike.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 3 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1 cup fresh strawberries (chopped)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 8 oz full-fat cream cheese (softened)
- 4 cups powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with paper liners.
- Cream together softened butter and sugar until fluffy. Beat in eggs one at a time and then add vanilla extract.
- Gradually mix in flour and baking powder, alternating with milk until just combined.
- Gently fold in the chopped strawberries.
- Fill cupcake liners two-thirds full and bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool completely.
- For the frosting, beat cream cheese and butter until creamy, then gradually mix in powdered sugar and another teaspoon of vanilla.
- Frost cooled cupcakes generously and garnish with fresh strawberry slices.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg