Strawberry Lemonade Cupcakes
Enjoy the taste of summer with these delightful Strawberry Lemonade Cupcakes. A perfect balance of sweet strawberries and zesty lemon, these cupcakes are sure to bring a burst of flavor to any occasion.
Ingredients
Cupcake Batter
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 187.5 grams
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter 112 grams, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar 200 grams
- 2 tablespoons lemon zest
- 2 large eggs
- 1 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
Strawberry Frosting
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter 168 grams, softened
- 3-4 cups powdered sugar
- 8 ounces strawberries
- 1 tablespoon whipping cream if needed
Instructions
Cupcake Instructions
- Prepare the cupcakes according to the recipe instructions, mixing the batter and baking them until golden and fragrant.
Strawberry Frosting Instructions
- For the strawberry frosting, follow the steps to create a smooth and flavorful puree from fresh strawberries.
- Beat together butter and powdered sugar to create a fluffy frosting, adding in the reduced and cooled strawberry puree gradually until desired sweetness and thickness are achieved.
- Frost the cooled cupcakes with the strawberry frosting using a knife or piping bag.
Notes
Use freshly squeezed lemon juice for the best flavor in the cupcakes. Adjust the amount of powdered sugar in the frosting to suit your sweetness preference.