Strawberry Cupcakes with Fresh Strawberry Frosting
Strawberries are not true berries, but rather an aggregate fruit, meaning the seeds are on the outside of the fruit.
This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 70 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 11.
Strawberry Cupcakes with Fresh Strawberry Frosting
Ingredients
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with cupcake 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 butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract.
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Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk. Mix until just combined.
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Gently fold in the chopped strawberries.
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Divide the batter evenly among the 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 the cupcakes cool in the tin for 5 minutes. Then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
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In a blender or food processor, puree the fresh strawberries until smooth.
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In a large bowl, beat together the powdered sugar and heavy cream until smooth and creamy. Add in the strawberry puree and mix until well combined.
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Once the cupcakes are completely cooled, frost them with the fresh strawberry frosting.
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Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Servings 12
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 250kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 12g19%
- Total Carbohydrate 32g11%
- Sugars 20g
- 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.
