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Strawberry Cupcakes Recipe

Strawberry Cupcakes Recipe

This delightful Strawberry Cupcakes Recipe is a sweet escape to summer with fresh strawberries and creamy frosting.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 43 minutes
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Course: DESSERTS & TREATS
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Batter
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour This forms the base, giving your cupcakes that fluffy texture.
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder Helps your cupcakes rise beautifully for a light and airy bite.
  • ¼ teaspoon salt Balances the sweetness perfectly.
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar Sweetness that enhances the strawberry flavor.
  • ¼ cup canola or vegetable oil Keeps the cupcakes moist and adds richness.
  • 2 large eggs Binds the ingredients together.
  • ½ cup natural strawberry preserves Infuses the batter with delightful fruity essence.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Enhances the sweet, comforting flavor.
  • 1 drop red food coloring (optional) To intensify the lovely pink hue.
  • ½ cup buttermilk Ensures a tender crumb; substitute with regular milk if needed.
Frosting
  • ½ cup butter For a rich, creamy texture.
  • 2 cup powdered sugar Sweetens and stabilizes the frosting.
  • ¼ cup strawberry puree Adds natural color and flavor.

Equipment

  • muffin tins
  • mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • Sifter
  • Spoon
  • wire rack

Method
 

Baking
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F. Line muffin tins with paper liners.
  2. Sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.
  3. Whisk the sugar and oil in a large bowl until well combined.
  4. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  5. Stir in the strawberry jam, vanilla extract, and optional food coloring.
  6. Mix in half of the dry ingredients until just combined.
  7. Add the buttermilk and mix until combined.
  8. Stir in the remaining dry ingredients just until blended.
  9. Spoon the batter into the liners, filling each about ⅔ full.
  10. Bake for 15–18 minutes until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  11. Cool completely on a wire rack before frosting.
Frosting
  1. In a bowl, beat the butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar and beat until smooth.
  2. Add strawberry puree and mix until well combined.
  3. Frost the cooled cupcakes with the strawberry frosting.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupcakeCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 80mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 250IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Sift dry ingredients for a lighter texture. Add eggs one at a time. Do not overmix the batter to maintain fluffiness.

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