Strawberry Cupcakes With Strawberry Buttercream Recipe
Strawberry cupcakes with strawberry buttercream are a delightful treat bursting with fresh berry flavor. This recipe uses real strawberries in both the cupcakes and the buttercream, making them moist and naturally sweet. Perfect for spring or summer parties, these cupcakes are a must-try for strawberry lovers.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 12 cupcakes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- Cupcakes:
- All-purpose flour
- Baking powder
- Salt
- Unsalted butter
- Granulated sugar
- Eggs
- Vanilla extract
- Fresh strawberries (pureed)
- Whole milk
- Buttercream:
- Unsalted butter
- Powdered sugar
- Fresh strawberries (pureed)
- Vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a cupcake tin with paper liners.
- Whisk dry ingredients: In a bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Cream butter and sugar: Beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs and vanilla.
- Add strawberries and milk: Slowly mix in pureed strawberries and milk. Gradually add dry ingredients.
- Bake: Fill cupcake liners and bake for 18-22 minutes. Let cool completely.
- Prepare buttercream: Beat butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar, then mix in strawberry puree and vanilla. Frost cupcakes.
Notes
- Ensure strawberries are well-pureed for a smooth texture.
- Use fresh strawberries for the best flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 180mg