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Strawberry Dream Cupcakes

These delightful cupcakes combine fluffy vanilla cake with fresh strawberry puree and a light whipped cream topping, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Baked Goods
Calories: 230
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cupcakes
  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • 0.5 cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
  • 0.25 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries, pureed
For the Topping
  • 1 cup whipped cream
  • Fresh strawberries for topping Use for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with liners.
  2. In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar together until fluffy.
  3. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  4. Stir in the milk and vanilla extract until mixed well.
  5. In another bowl, mix the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt together.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  7. Fold in the pureed strawberries gently to maintain the fluffiness of the batter.
Baking
  1. Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners, filling each about 2/3 full.
  2. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean when inserted into the center.
Cooling and Decorating
  1. Let the cupcakes cool completely before frosting them with whipped cream and topping with fresh strawberries.

Notes

For the best flavor, use fresh strawberries. To make these cupcakes gluten-free, substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend.