Description
Indulge in the delightful taste of homemade Strawberry Cupcakes, a perfect treat for any occasion. Bursting with fresh strawberries and topped with creamy white chocolate buttercream, these cupcakes are not only visually stunning but also incredibly delicious. Whether you’re celebrating a birthday, hosting a summer picnic, or simply enjoying a sweet afternoon snack, these light and fluffy cupcakes will surely impress your friends and family. Easy to make, customizable, and perfect for sharing, this recipe is bound to become a favorite in your dessert repertoire.
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 egg whites
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 3/4 cups cake flour
- 2/3 cup sliced freeze-dried strawberries (pureed into powder)
- 3/4 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp kosher sea salt
- 2/3 cup full-fat sour cream (or whole milk Greek yogurt)
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 2/3 cup diced strawberries
- 1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 1 cup freeze-dried strawberries (pureed into powder)
- 3 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- 3 tbsp cooked strawberry puree
- 2 oz white chocolate (melted and at room temperature)
- 1/4 cup whole milk (at room temperature)
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/8 tsp kosher sea salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with liners.
- In a stand mixer, beat the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add egg whites one at a time and mix in vanilla.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together dry ingredients. Gradually add to the mixer along with sour cream and milk. Fold in diced strawberries.
- Fill liners with batter using a cookie scoop and bake for 18–22 minutes until set. Cool on a wire rack.
- For frosting, beat softened butter until creamy then add powdered strawberries and remaining ingredients until fluffy.
- Pipe frosting onto cooled cupcakes and top with fresh strawberries if desired.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (60g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg