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Delicious Strawberry Lemonade Cupcakes with Frosting

These delightful cupcakes combine the refreshing flavors of strawberries and lemon, topped with a sweet and tangy frosting for a perfect treat.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 12 cupcakes
Calories 250 kcal

Ingredients
  

Dry ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/2 cup pureed strawberries

Add-ins

  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Frosting ingredients

  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup pureed strawberries for frosting

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with liners.
  • Cream butter and sugar, add eggs, milk, and vanilla, then mix dry ingredients and fold in strawberries and lemon zest.
  • Fill liners two-thirds full and bake for 18-20 minutes.
  • Mix powdered sugar, lemon juice, and strawberries for frosting, then frost cooled cupcakes.

Notes

For best results, use fresh strawberries and ensure cupcakes are completely cooled before frosting.
Keyword Cupcakes, Lemon, strawberry