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Vanilla Strawberry Cupcakes

Irresistible Vanilla Strawberry Cupcakes That Steal Hearts

Delightful Vanilla Strawberry Cupcakes are a perfect treat for Mother's Day brunch, combining fresh strawberries and creamy vanilla flavor.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cupcakes
  • 1.5 cups All-Purpose Flour The foundation of your cupcakes.
  • 1 cups Granulated Sugar Sweetens the batter.
  • 1.5 teaspoons Baking Powder Essential for leavening.
  • teaspoons Salt Balances sweetness.
  • 0.5 cups Unsalted Butter Adds richness.
  • 2 large Eggs Provides structure.
  • 0.5 cups Milk Keeps the batter moist.
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract Infuses delightful flavor.
For the Strawberry Topping
  • 1 cups Fresh Strawberries Bursts with flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Powdered Sugar Sweetens the topping.
  • 1 cups Whipped Cream Adds creamy texture.
For Garnish
  • Mint Leaves Adds freshness.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Cupcake tin
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • electric mixer
  • Wire rack
  • measuring cups
  • measuring spoons

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake tin with paper liners.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  3. Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, then add eggs and vanilla.
  4. Gradually add dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with milk.
  5. Scoop the batter into prepared liners, filling each two-thirds full, and bake for 18-20 minutes.
  6. Cool cupcakes for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  7. Wash and slice fresh strawberries, then combine with powdered sugar.
  8. Whip heavy cream until soft peaks form.
  9. Dollop whipped cream on cooled cupcakes and top with sliced strawberries.
  10. Garnish with mint leaves before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupcakeCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 22gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Using room temperature ingredients helps create a smoother batter. Avoid overmixing for the best texture.

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