Mountain Dew Strawberry Cupcakes

Indulge in the sweetness of fresh strawberries infused with the zesty flavor of Mountain Dew in these delightful cupcakes. Moist and fluffy, these cupcakes are topped with a luscious strawberry cream cheese frosting. Perfect for any occasion or a special treat for yourself!

Ingredients

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 2 eggs
• 1/2 cup Mountain Dew
• 1/4 cup milk
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup fresh strawberries, pureed
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Fresh strawberries for garnish

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with liners.
2. In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the Mountain Dew and milk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients.
6. Fold in the pureed strawberries until well combined.
7. Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners, filling each about two-thirds full.
8. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean.
9. Remove the cupcakes from the oven and let them cool completely on a wire rack.
10. In a separate bowl, beat together the cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
11. Frost the cooled cupcakes with the strawberry cream cheese frosting.
12. Garnish each cupcake with a fresh strawberry slice.
13. Serve and enjoy! Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

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