Description
Indulge in the bright, refreshing flavors of Strawberry Lemonade Cupcakes. These light and fluffy treats combine zesty lemon and sweet strawberries, topped with creamy frosting, perfect for any summer gathering or celebration.
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup whole milk (or buttermilk)
- Zest and juice of 1 large lemon
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, finely chopped
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar (sifted)
- 1 tsp lemon extract (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt; set aside.
- Cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (3-5 minutes).
- Add eggs one at a time, then mix in lemon juice and zest.
- Gradually combine dry ingredients with the wet mixture while alternating with milk; stir until just mixed.
- Gently fold in chopped strawberries.
- Spoon batter into liners about two-thirds full.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Allow to cool completely before frosting.
- Beat together softened butter and powdered sugar for frosting; add lemon extract if desired. Pipe onto cooled cupcakes.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (60g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg