Delicious and Moist Strawberry Cupcakes Recipe

Indulge in the irresistible taste of homemade strawberry cupcakes that are moist, flavorful, and topped with a luscious strawberry buttercream frosting. These delicious treats are perfect for birthdays, parties, or any special occasion. With this easy-to-follow recipe, you'll have a batch of really real strawberry cupcakes that will impress everyone!

Ingredients

• 1 and 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 and 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup whole milk
• 1 cup fresh strawberries, pureed
• 1/4 cup fresh strawberries, chopped (for texture)
• For the Strawberry Buttercream Frosting:
• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 3 and 1/2 cups powdered sugar
• 1/4 cup fresh strawberries, pureed
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Red food coloring (optional)

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin pan with cupcake liners.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
3. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Beat in the eggs, one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.
5. Add in the flour mixture in three parts, alternating with the milk. Begin and end with the flour mixture.
6. Gently fold in the pureed strawberries and chopped strawberries.
7. Divide the batter evenly among the prepared cupcake liners, filling each about 3/4 full.
8. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean.
9. Remove from the oven and let the cupcakes cool in the pan for 5 minutes. Then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
10. For the Strawberry Buttercream Frosting:
11. In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy and smooth.
12. Gradually add in the powdered sugar and continue beating until well combined.
13. Mix in the pureed strawberries and vanilla extract. Add a few drops of red food coloring, if desired, for a brighter color.
14. Beat the frosting for an additional 2-3 minutes until light and fluffy.
15. Once the cupcakes are completely cooled, frost them generously with the strawberry buttercream frosting.
16. Store the cupcakes in an airtight container in the refrigerator until ready to serve.

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