Pretty in Pink Strawberry Cupcakes
Strawberries are not actually berries but rather an aggregate accessory fruit!
This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 40 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 15.
Pretty in Pink Strawberry Cupcakes
Ingredients
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with paper liners.
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In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
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In a separate large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
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Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
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Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk. Mix until just combined.
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Fold in the pureed strawberries and pink food coloring, if desired.
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Divide the batter evenly among the prepared cupcake liners.
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Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Remove from the oven and let cool completely on a wire rack.
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In the meantime, prepare the strawberry buttercream frosting. In a large bowl, beat together the powdered sugar, softened butter, vanilla extract, and milk until light and fluffy.
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Once the cupcakes are completely cooled, frost them with the strawberry buttercream frosting.
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Top each cupcake with a sliced strawberry.
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Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Servings 12
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 250kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 10g16%
- Total Carbohydrate 38g13%
- Sugars 25g
- Protein 3g6%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.
