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Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cook Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 40 minutes
Servings: 12 cupcakes | Calories: 280 kcal per cupcake
Ingredients
For the Cupcakes:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup white chocolate chips, melted and cooled
- 1/2 cup fresh strawberries, finely diced
For the Frosting:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons fresh strawberry puree
- 1/4 cup white chocolate, melted (optional for garnish)
Instructions
1. Prepare for Baking:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with cupcake liners.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients:
In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
3. Cream Butter and Sugar:
In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter and sugar using an electric mixer until light and fluffy.
4. Add Wet Ingredients:
Beat in the eggs, one at a time, until fully combined. Mix in the vanilla extract.
5. Combine Ingredients:
Gradually add the dry ingredients, alternating with the milk. Start and end with the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.
6. Fold in Flavor Boosters:
Gently fold in the melted white chocolate and diced strawberries for a rich and fruity flavor.
7. Bake the Cupcakes:
Evenly divide the batter among the cupcake liners, filling each about 2/3 full. Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow cupcakes to cool completely.
Make the Frosting
1. Cream Butter and Cream Cheese:
In a mixing bowl, beat the butter and cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
2. Add Sweetness and Flavor:
Gradually mix in the powdered sugar. Stir in the vanilla extract and strawberry puree, blending until fully incorporated.
3. Decorate the Cupcakes:
Pipe or spread the frosting onto the cooled cupcakes. For an elegant touch, drizzle with melted white chocolate or add a fresh strawberry slice.
Tips for Perfect Cupcakes:
- For a vibrant look, mix in a drop of pink food coloring to the frosting.
- Garnish with white chocolate curls or a strawberry slice for a bakery-style presentation.
- Use high-quality white chocolate and fresh, ripe strawberries for the best flavor.