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Fresh Strawberry Cupcakes with Creamy Frosting

Fresh Strawberry Cupcakes with Creamy Frosting
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Fresh Strawberry Cupcakes with Creamy Frosting are light, moist cupcakes bursting with real strawberry flavor and topped with a smooth, tangy cream cheese frosting. Perfectly balanced sweetness and fresh berry essence make these an irresistible treat for any occasion.

Ingredients

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Cupcake Batter

  • 1 cup fresh strawberries, diced
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¾ cup sugar
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • ½ cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Creamy Frosting

  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 to 1 ½ cups powdered sugar, sifted
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Strawberries: Wash and finely dice the fresh strawberries. Toss them lightly with 1 teaspoon of flour to prevent them from sinking to the bottom of the cupcakes.
  2. Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt for even rising and crumb consistency.
  3. Cream Butter and Sugar: Beat the softened unsalted butter with the sugar until pale and fluffy, creating a light base for tender cupcakes.
  4. Add Eggs and Vanilla: Incorporate the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each. Blend in the vanilla extract to enhance flavor.
  5. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Alternately add the dry ingredients and milk to the butter mixture, starting and ending with dry ingredients. Mix gently to avoid overmixing.
  6. Fold in Strawberries: Gently fold in the prepared diced strawberries to evenly distribute their sweetness without breaking them down.
  7. Bake the Cupcakes: Divide the batter evenly into lined cupcake tins. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 18-22 minutes, until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  8. Make the Creamy Frosting: Beat cream cheese and butter until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar until creamy and spreadable. Stir in vanilla extract if desired.
  9. Frost and Decorate: Once cupcakes are completely cooled, spread or pipe the frosting over them. Optionally, top with fresh strawberry slices or sprinkles.

Notes

  • Use room temperature ingredients for even mixing.
  • Do not overmix the batter to keep cupcakes tender.
  • Use fresh strawberries instead of frozen or canned to maintain texture.
  • Allow cupcakes to cool completely before frosting to avoid melting the frosting.
  • Chill the frosting briefly before applying for easier spreading and piping.

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