Bursting with real strawberries, these Strawberry Cupcakes with Strawberry Buttercream are a fresh, fruity delight! Light, fluffy cupcakes are crowned with swirls of rich strawberry buttercream and topped with a juicy whole berry. They’re perfect for spring gatherings, Valentine’s Day, or whenever you’re craving a berry-sweet treat.
Ingredients
For the Cupcakes:
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 tsp baking powder
1/4 tsp salt
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/2 cup whole milk
1/2 cup fresh strawberries, pureed
For the Strawberry Buttercream:
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
3 1/2 cups powdered sugar
1/3 cup strawberry puree (strained)
1 tsp vanilla extract
Pinch of salt
Whole strawberries for garnish
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