Strawberry Lemonade Cupcakes
Indulge in the refreshing taste of Strawberry Lemonade Cupcakes, a delightful dessert that perfectly marries zesty lemon flavor with sweet strawberry frosting. These cupcakes are not just a treat for your taste buds but also a healthier alternative to store-bought options, made with fresh ingredients. Ideal for summer parties, picnics, or simply satisfying your sweet tooth at home, these vibrant cupcakes will impress everyone. With easy preparation steps and an eye-catching presentation, you’ll love making and sharing these goodies.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Total Time: 38 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 12 cupcakes 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (187.5 grams)
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (112 grams) (softened to room temperature)
- 1 cup granulated sugar (200 grams)
- 2 tablespoons lemon zest (30 ml)
- 2 large eggs (whisked)
- 1 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup milk (60 ml)
- 1/4 cup sour cream (60 ml)
- 1/4 cup lemon juice (60 ml) (freshly squeezed)
- 8 ounces strawberries (226 grams) (fresh or frozen)
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter (168 grams) (softened but still slightly firm to the touch)
- 3–4 cups powdered sugar (330–440 grams)
- 1 tablespoon whipping cream (15 ml) (if needed)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In one bowl, mix flour, baking powder, and salt. In another bowl, cream butter and sugar until fluffy; add lemon zest, eggs, milk, sour cream, and lemon juice.
- Gradually combine dry ingredients with wet ingredients until just mixed.
- Fill liners 2/3 full with batter and bake for 16-18 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool completely before frosting.
- For frosting, blend strawberries until smooth and beat softened butter until creamy; gradually combine with powdered sugar and blended strawberries for desired consistency.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (70g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
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