Think Pink Cherry Cupcakes

Cherries are not only delicious but also packed with antioxidants and vitamins. They are believed to have anti-inflammatory properties and can help improve sleep quality.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 55 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 13.

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Think Pink Cherry Cupcakes

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American, Bakery Courses: Anytime, Baking, Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 25 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 55 mins

Servings: 12 Calories: 3000

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1.5 cup All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Salt
• ¹⁄₂ cup Unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 1 Egg
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Vanilla extract
• ¹⁄₂ cup Milk
• 1 cup Fresh cherries, pitted and chopped
• 4 drop Pink food coloring
• 1 cup Powdered sugar
• 2 tablespoon Milk or water
• Sprinkles (optional)

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a separate large bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk.
6. Fold in the chopped cherries and add pink food coloring until desired shade is achieved.
7. Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners.
8. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
9. Allow the cupcakes to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
10. In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar and milk (or water) to make the glaze.
11. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cupcakes and top with sprinkles if desired.
12. Enjoy these delicious Think Pink Cherry Cupcakes!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 12g19%

Total Carbohydrate 34g12%

Sugars 22g

Protein 3g6%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.