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Vanilla Strawberry Cupcakes

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Vanilla Strawberry Cupcakes are soft, fluffy vanilla cupcakes topped with creamy frosting and fresh strawberries, perfect for celebrations or a sweet treat any time.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup whole milk
  • 12 fresh strawberries (for topping)
  • 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream or cream cheese (softened)
  • 2 tbsp strawberry jam or puree (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each. Stir in vanilla extract.
  5. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients, alternating with milk, until just combined.
  6. Divide batter evenly into cupcake liners, filling each about two-thirds full.
  7. Bake for 18–20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Cool cupcakes completely on a wire rack before frosting.
  9. To make frosting, beat softened cream cheese or butter with powdered sugar and heavy cream until smooth. Add strawberry jam or puree if desired.
  10. Pipe or spread frosting on cooled cupcakes and top each with a fresh strawberry.

Notes

  • Use room-temperature ingredients for better mixing.
  • Don’t overmix the batter to keep cupcakes light and fluffy.
  • Add sour cream for extra moisture if desired.
  • Cool cupcakes completely before frosting to avoid melting.
  • Store in refrigerator due to the fresh fruit and dairy in the frosting.

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