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Fresh Strawberry Cupcakes

Fresh Strawberry Cupcakes: Delightfully Sweet Spring Treats

Delight in these Fresh Strawberry Cupcakes, a perfect spring treat for Mother's Day that balances sweetness and freshness beautifully.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cupcakes
  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour light base for fluffy texture
  • 1 cup granulated sugar adds sweetness
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder ensures rising
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt enhances flavor
  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter softened for mixing
  • 2 large eggs binds ingredients
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract enhances flavor
  • 0.5 cups milk whole milk preferred
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries diced, ripe for sweetness
For the Whipped Cream Topping
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream key for fluffy topping
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar sweetens cream
  • 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract complements strawberries

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Cupcake tin
  • mixing bowls
  • electric mixer
  • spatula

Method
 

Cupcake Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake tin with paper liners or grease.
  2. Whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
  3. Beat softened butter until creamy, then gradually add the dry mixture and beat until fluffy.
  4. Add eggs, vanilla, and milk; mix until smooth, being careful not to overmix.
  5. Fold in diced strawberries gently, ensuring distribution.
  6. Fill cupcake liners about two-thirds full with batter.
  7. Bake for 18–20 minutes, or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Cool the cupcakes in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. Combine whipping cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla; beat until soft peaks form.
  10. Once cooled, frost cupcakes with whipped cream and garnish with strawberry slices.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupcakeCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Use ripe strawberries for best flavor. Allow cupcakes to cool completely before frosting to maintain texture. Adjust sugar according to strawberry sweetness for optimal taste.

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