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Strawberry Cupcakes Recipe

Strawberry Cupcakes Recipe

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Indulge in the delightful sweetness of homemade strawberry cupcakes, a perfect treat for any celebration! This Strawberry Cupcakes Recipe highlights the vibrant flavor of strawberries, enhanced by natural preserves for a burst of fruity goodness. These fluffy cupcakes are easy to make, requiring just 30 minutes from prep to finish, making them ideal for birthday parties, picnics, or a sweet indulgence at home. With various frosting options like cream cheese or whipped cream, you can customize these treats to your liking. Whether topped with fresh strawberries or drizzled with chocolate, these cupcakes will surely impress everyone at the table!

Ingredients

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  • 1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • ¼ cup oil (canola/vegetable)
  • 2 large eggs (room temperature)
  • ⅓ cup natural strawberry preserves
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • ¼ cup buttermilk (room temperature)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F and line muffin tins with paper liners.
  2. Sift together flour, baking powder, and salt; set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk sugar and oil until blended.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, whisking well after each addition.
  5. Mix in strawberry preserves, vanilla extract, and food coloring.
  6. Gradually mix in half of the dry ingredients until combined.
  7. Stir in buttermilk until well mixed.
  8. Fold in remaining dry ingredients gently.
  9. Fill muffin tins two-thirds full with batter.
  10. Bake for 15–18 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  11. Cool completely on a wire rack before frosting.

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