Description

Indulge in the delightful combination of sweet strawberries and tangy lemon with these Strawberry Lemonade Cupcakes. Each fluffy bite is reminiscent of sunny summer days, making them perfect for any celebration or as a sweet treat for yourself. Topped with creamy frosting, these cupcakes are a burst of flavor that will leave everyone asking for more.

Ingredients

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1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 cup granulated sugar
2 tsp baking powder
½ tsp salt
½ cup unsalted butter, softened
2 large eggs
½ cup whole milk
Zest and juice of 1 lemon
1 cup fresh strawberries, chopped
8 oz cream cheese (for frosting)
2 cups powdered sugar (for frosting)
1 tsp vanilla extract (for frosting)
½ tsp lemon extract (for frosting, optional)

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin pan with paper liners.
In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
In another bowl, beat softened butter until creamy; gradually add sugar until fluffy.
Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
Stir in milk, lemon juice, and zest until just combined; avoid overmixing.
Gently fold in chopped strawberries.
Fill muffin cups two-thirds full and bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Cool completely before preparing the frosting by mixing cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla, and optional lemon extract until smooth.
Frost cooled cupcakes and garnish with extra strawberry slices if desired.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cupcake (70g)
Calories: 210
Sugar: 22g
Sodium: 150mg
Fat: 9g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: <1g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 40mg

Keywords: - For a richer flavor, use fresh lemons for zest and juice. - You can substitute fresh strawberries with thawed frozen strawberries if necessary. - To ensure fluffy cupcakes, be careful not to overmix the batter.