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Irresistibly Moist Strawberry Cupcakes with Sweet Frosting

Strawberry Cupcakes
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Delightful Strawberry Cupcakes that capture the essence of spring and summer.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp baking soda
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ cup unsalted butter
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • ½ cup whole milk
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries
  • Pink food coloring (optional)
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • ¼ cup strawberry puree

Instructions

  1. Prepare Batter: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
  2. Cream Butter and Sugar: Using a stand mixer, beat the room temperature unsalted butter until it's creamy. Gradually add granulated sugar, continuing to mix until light and fluffy.
  3. Mix Wet Ingredients: Combine sour cream and whole milk in a measuring cup, then set aside.
  4. Incorporate Eggs: Add eggs to the butter and sugar mixture, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Add vanilla extract.
  5. Add Dry and Wet Mixtures: Gradually alternate adding the flour mixture and the sour cream mixture to the butter mixture, mixing until just combined.
  6. Fold in Strawberries: Gently fold the chopped fresh strawberries into the batter, adding pink food coloring if desired.
  7. Prepare for Baking: Line muffin tins with cupcake liners and fill each cup about two-thirds full with batter.
  8. Bake to Perfection: Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 20-25 minutes. Cool in the pan for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
  9. Make the Frosting: Beat soft butter and a pinch of salt until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar and strawberry puree, mixing until fluffy.
  10. Frost and Garnish: Pipe the strawberry frosting onto each cupcake, garnishing with fresh strawberries.

Notes

  • Always use fresh strawberries; frozen ones can alter the texture.
  • Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for better mixing.
  • Properly measure flour to avoid dense cupcakes.
  • A toothpick should come out clean when checking for doneness.
  • Store frosted cupcakes in the refrigerator for freshness.

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