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Strawberry Cupcakes Recipe

Strawberry Cupcakes Recipe

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Indulge in these delightful Strawberry Cupcakes, a perfect treat for any celebration or just a sweet afternoon snack. Bursting with the fresh flavor of natural strawberry preserves, these cupcakes are light, fluffy, and incredibly easy to make, even for novice bakers. Topped with your choice of frosting or fresh fruit, they are sure to impress at any gathering. Whether it’s a birthday party or a simple family dessert, these strawberry cupcakes can be customized to suit your taste. Enjoy the moist texture achieved through buttermilk and oil, making each bite irresistibly tender.

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 canola oil
  • 2 large eggs (room temperature)
  • ⅓ cup natural strawberry preserves
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • ⅓ cup buttermilk (room temperature)
  • Optional: Red food coloring

Instructions

  1. Preheat the 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 together sugar and oil until well combined.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, whisking after each addition.
  5. Mix in strawberry preserves, vanilla extract, and red food coloring.
  6. Gradually incorporate dry ingredients followed by buttermilk until just combined.
  7. Fill muffin tins about two-thirds full and bake for 15-18 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Allow cupcakes to cool completely before frosting.

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