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Fresh Strawberry Cupcakes

Delicious and fluffy cupcakes bursting with fresh strawberry flavor, perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 1 2/3 cups (217g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 3/4 cup (168g) unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 cup (207g) sugar
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup (115g) sour cream
  • 1/4 cup + 2 tbsp milk
  • 1 1/2 cups (200g) chopped strawberries
  • 1 1/4 cups (280g) unsalted butter, room temperature
  • 5 cups (575g) powdered sugar
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • Pinch or two of salt
  • Strawberries for decorating

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake tin with your favorite cupcake liners.
  2. Combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a medium mixing bowl.
  3. Mix the melted butter, sugar, and vanilla in a large mixing bowl until creamy. Add in the eggs and whisk until combined. Stir in the sour cream and milk.
  4. Mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture gradually, stirring until just combined. Fold in the chopped strawberries.
  5. Fill the cupcake liners about 2/3 full with batter. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  6. Cool the cupcakes for about 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  7. Whip the room-temperature butter until fluffy. Gradually add the powdered sugar, vanilla, and salt until smooth.
  8. Frost the cooled cupcakes with the strawberry frosting and decorate with fresh strawberries.

Notes

These cupcakes can be frozen for up to three months. Thaw at room temperature before serving.

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Keywords: cupcakes, strawberry, dessert, summer, baking