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Strawberry Cupcakes with Creamy Strawberry Buttercream Bliss

Strawberry Cupcakes with Creamy Strawberry Buttercream
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Delightful strawberry cupcakes topped with a rich and creamy strawberry buttercream.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries, pureed
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/4 cup strawberry puree
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with liners.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Add the softened butter, milk, vanilla extract, and egg; mix until smooth.
  4. Fold in the strawberry puree until well combined.
  5. Pour the batter into the cupcake liners, filling each about 2/3 full.
  6. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  7. Let the cupcakes cool completely on a wire rack.
  8. For the buttercream, beat the powdered sugar and butter until fluffy.
  9. Add the strawberry puree and vanilla extract; mix until combined.
  10. Frost the cooled cupcakes with the strawberry buttercream.

Notes

  • For a stronger strawberry flavor, add more strawberry puree to the frosting.
  • Try adding some lemon zest to the batter for a citrus twist.

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Keywords: strawberry cupcakes, creamy strawberry buttercream, dessert

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