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Strawberry Cupcakes with Strawberry Buttercream Frosting

Strawberry Cupcakes with Strawberry Buttercream Frosting

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Indulge in the delightful charm of Strawberry Cupcakes with Strawberry Buttercream Frosting, an irresistible treat perfect for any celebration. These gorgeous cupcakes are made with fresh strawberries in the batter and topped with creamy pink frosting, creating a beautiful presentation that will impress your guests. The combination of sweet strawberry flavor and light, fluffy texture makes them an ideal choice for birthdays, picnics, or simply a sweet snack at home. With easy-to-follow instructions and customizable options, these cupcakes are a fun baking project for both beginners and seasoned bakers alike.

Ingredients

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  • 1 2/3 cup cake flour
  • 3/4 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp baking soda
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup + 2 Tbsp granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 large egg whites
  • 1/3 cup fresh strawberry puree
  • 1/4 cup buttermilk
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 5 drops red food coloring (optional)
  • 3/4 cup diced strawberries, diced into about 1/4-inch pieces
  • Diced and whole strawberries for topping, about 1 lb small strawberries
  • 1/2 cup + 2 Tbsp strawberry puree
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, nearly at room temperature
  • 1/4 cup salted butter, nearly at room temperature
  • 2 1/22 3/4 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
  • 4 drops red food coloring (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together cake flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Beat softened butter and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well.
  4. Combine buttermilk and strawberry puree; alternate mixing this with dry ingredients into the butter mixture.
  5. Fold in diced strawberries gently.
  6. Divide batter into muffin cups and bake for 20-23 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Cool completely before frosting with strawberry buttercream.

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