Description
Strawberry Lemonade Cupcakes are a delightful blend of sweet strawberries and zesty lemon, creating a refreshing treat perfect for any occasion. These soft, fluffy cupcakes burst with flavor and are topped with a creamy lemon frosting that will leave your taste buds dancing. Ideal for sunny picnics, birthday parties, or simply to indulge yourself after a long day, these cupcakes are sure to impress friends and family alike!
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 (room temperature)
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- ½ cup whole milk
- Zest and juice of 1 lemon
- 1 cup fresh strawberries (chopped)
- 2 cups powdered sugar (for frosting)
- ¼ tsp lemon extract (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with paper liners.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. In another bowl, cream softened butter with granulated sugar until fluffy.
- Beat in eggs one at a time, then add lemon zest and juice.
- Gradually mix dry ingredients into the wet mixture, alternating with milk until just combined.
- Gently fold in chopped strawberries.
- Fill each cupcake liner two-thirds full with batter and bake for 18-20 minutes or until golden brown.
- Allow cupcakes to cool completely before frosting them with a mixture of powdered sugar, softened butter, and lemon juice.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (70g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 21g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg