Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with liners.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- Mix in lemon juice and lemon zest.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add to the wet mixture.
- Fold in the chopped strawberries.
- Divide the batter into cupcake liners, filling each about two-thirds full.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow to cool before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider adding a lemon glaze on top.
- These cupcakes are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored for a few days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Strawberry Lemonade Cupcakes, Summer Treats, Cupcake Recipes