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Strawberry Lemonade Cupcakes

Strawberry Lemonade Cupcakes are a delightful treat that perfectly balances the bright citrus of lemon with the sweet and fresh taste of strawberries.
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Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • Lemon Cupcakes
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • Zest of 1 large lemon
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • Strawberry Buttercream Frosting
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 4 oz cream cheese softened
  • 3 cups powdered sugar sifted
  • 1/4 cup fresh strawberries pureed
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowls – For preparing the cupcake batter and frosting.
  • Hand or Stand Mixer – To blend and aerate the batter and to whip up the buttercream.
  • 12-Cup Muffin Pan – For baking the cupcakes.
  • Cupcake Liners – Prevents sticking and makes it easy to remove cupcakes.
  • Cooling Rack – Essential for cooling the cupcakes before frosting.

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin pan with liners.
  2. Prepare batter: Cream butter and sugar, add eggs, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Gradually add flour mixture, alternating with milk.
  3. Bake for 18-20 minutes. Cool completely on a wire rack.
  4. Prepare frosting: Beat butter and cream cheese until smooth, gradually adding powdered sugar. Fold in strawberry puree and vanilla.