Description
Indulge in the refreshing taste of Strawberry Lemonade Cupcakes, the perfect summer dessert that captures the essence of sunny days. Bursting with zesty lemon flavor and topped with a luscious cream cheese frosting, these cupcakes are not only visually stunning but also incredibly easy to make. Ideal for birthday celebrations, casual picnics, or any gathering, they bring a delightful sweetness complemented by a hint of tartness. With options for both strawberry and lemon-flavored frosting, you can customize each cupcake to suit your preference. Whether you’re baking for yourself or sharing with friends and family, these cupcakes are sure to elevate any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 3/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
- 2 large eggs
- 3/4 cups granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1/4 cup lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1/4 cup milk (I used whole)
- Zest of 2 lemons
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 4 oz unsalted butter (softened)
- 4 cups powdered sugar (sifted)
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1 oz freeze dried strawberries
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with liners.
- In one bowl, mix flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. In another bowl, whisk together eggs, sugar, vanilla extract, oil, lemon juice, and milk.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients until just combined.
- Fill cupcake liners two-thirds full and bake for about 15 minutes. Cool completely on a wire rack.
- For the frosting, beat cream cheese and butter until smooth; gradually add powdered sugar and mix in vanilla extract and zest.
- Frost cooled cupcakes with either strawberry or lemon cream cheese frosting.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (75g)
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg