Strawberry Lemonade Cupcake Recipe
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Refresh your taste buds with our Strawberry Lemonade cupcake recipe! Perfect for summer, sweet and tart into one delightful dessert.
Easy Strawberry Cupcakes Recipe
Oh, hey there, sweet friends! 🍋🍰 Is your sweet tooth calling?
Because I’ve got the perfect answer, Strawberry Lemonade Cupcakes!
Imagine taking a bite of summer with every single cupcake, giving you those lazy, sunny vibes we all crave.
I’m telling you, these cupcakes have the magic to make you smile, dance, and bask in the joy of delicious flavors.
Gather around, and I’ll share with you how to whip up this batch of happiness.
It’s all about bringing those feel-good flavors into your kitchen and sharing them with friends, and family, or hey, why not enjoy a self-love moment with just you and the cupcake?
No judgment here; we’re all about that cupcake love!
These cupcakes are bursting with the flavors of strawberries and lemonade, making them the perfect choice for your next summer gathering or dessert craving.
Our homemade lemonade cupcakes are infused with tangy lemon flavor, providing a zesty twist to your traditional cupcake.
The moist and fluffy texture will melt in your mouth, leaving you wanting more.
Indulge in the flavors of summer with a homemade treat that combines the best of both strawberries and lemons.
Why We Love This Recipe
- Flavor Combination: Strawberry and lemon are both popular flavors individually, but when combined, they create a harmonious balance of sweet and tart flavors that many people enjoy.
- Refreshing Twist: Lemonade is associated with being a refreshing and summery drink. Incorporating those flavors into a cupcake adds a unique and refreshing twist to a traditional dessert.
- Seasonal Appeal: Depending on when they’re made, strawberry lemonade cupcakes can capitalize on the availability of fresh strawberries and lemons during the warmer months, making them even more appealing.
What You’ll Need
- Cozy up with a box of Betty Crocker Lemon cake mix.
- Cup of love… I mean freeze-dried strawberries! 🍓
- Butter – make sure it’s at room temperature like a warm hug.
- 3 cups of that sweet stuff, confectioner sugar.
- Heavy cream – it’s like a cloud in a bottle!
- Just a splash of Vanilla, about 1 tsp.
- The zest of a lemon to give it that zingy sunshine (about 1 tbsp).
- And for that grand finale, some fresh lemon wheels and strawberry slices to crown your cupcake creation.
For exact measurements, please see the printable recipe card below.
How to Make Strawberry Lemonade Cupcake Recipe
Preparation Steps – aka The Cupcake Dance
Crank that oven up to 350°F like we’re firing up for a beach day.
Get your cupcake crew ready with some snazzy liners in a muffin tin.
Grab a bowl, as big as your heart, and whip up that lemon cake mix just like the box tells you to.
Pour in the batter, like you’re painting your canvas, nice and even in each liner.
Bake as per the box’s wisdom and get ready for that golden goodness.
Frosting time! It’s like a strawberry field summer dream:
Blitz those strawberries into a pixie dust powder.
Whip the butter until it’s smoother than your best pick-up line.
Mix in the sugar and strawberry magic until it’s all friendly.
Drop the vanilla, zest, and cream into the bowl and beat till it’s fluffier than your favorite pillow.
Add cream, tablespoon by tablespoon, till you’ve got that peaky perfection.
If it’s playing too cool, charm it with a little more sugar.
The decorating party! Once those cupcakes have cooled off like they’ve had a good night’s rest, dress ‘em up with that glorious frosting, a lemon wheel hat, and a strawberry scarf.
Dig in, take a moment, and savor that strawberry lemonade serenade.
More Strawberry Recipes
- Puff Pastry Strawberry Tart
- Strawberry Crescent Rolls
- Best Strawberry Banana Cake Recipe
- Easy Strawberry Pudding Parfait Cups
Printable Recipe Card and Nutritional Values
Strawberry Lemonade Cupcakes Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 box Betty Crocker Lemon cake mix + ingredients on the back water, oil, eggs
- 1 cup freeze dried strawberries
- 1 cup butter room temperature
- 3 cups confectioners sugar
- 4-5 tbsp. Heavy cream
- 1 tsp. Vanilla
- 1 tbsp. Lemon zest
- Fresh lemon wheels and strawberry slices for topping.
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees fahrenheit.
- Line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a large mixing bowl, prepare lemon cake mix according to box directions.
- Pour batter evenly into cupcake liners, and bake according to the time given on the box.
- Meanwhile, make your frosting.
- Start by adding the freeze dried strawberries to your food processor and grind into a fine powder. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, beat the butter on medium speed with your hand mixer until smooth.
- Add the powdered sugar and strawberry powder to the bowl and mix until combined.
- Add vanilla, lemon zest, and 3 tbsp. of heavy whipping cream and mix until frosting begins to form.
- Keep adding heavy cream, 1 tbsp. at a time until the desired texture is reached. The frosting should be spreadable but firm enough to stand up on a cupcake.
- If the frosting isn’t firm enough, you can add powdered sugar 2-3 tbsp. at a time.
- Once the cupcakes have finished baking and cooled, frost the cupcakes and top with ¼ lemon wedge and a slice of strawberry.
- Enjoy!
- Store any leftovers in the refrigerator.
Nutrition
Recipe Variations
- Strawberry Lemonade Frosting: Incorporate lemon zest and fresh strawberry puree into the frosting for an extra burst of flavor.
- Lemon Curd Filling: Add a dollop of tangy lemon curd in the center of each cupcake for a delightful surprise.
- Strawberry Swirl: Create a strawberry swirl by gently folding mashed strawberries into the cupcake batter before baking.
- Lemon Glaze: Drizzle each cupcake with a sweet and tangy lemon glaze for added moisture and flavor.
- Strawberry Lemonade Buttercream: Whip up a buttercream frosting infused with both lemon and strawberry flavors for a vibrant twist.
- Candied Lemon Zest: Garnish each cupcake with candied lemon zest for a beautiful and tasty decoration.
- Strawberry Lemonade Cream Cheese Frosting: Combine cream cheese with strawberry puree and lemon juice for a creamy and tangy frosting.
- Fresh Strawberry Topping: Top each cupcake with a slice of fresh strawberry for a burst of fruity goodness.
- Lemon Sugar Dusting: Dust the cupcakes with lemon-infused sugar for a subtle yet zesty touch.
- Strawberry Lemonade Drizzle: Create a strawberry lemonade syrup to drizzle over the cupcakes for extra moisture and flavor.
Conclusion
Strawberry Lemonade Cupcakes are the quintessential summer desserts.
These fruity treats are a delightful combination of refreshing strawberries and zesty lemons, making them the perfect indulgence on a hot summer day.
Whether you’re hosting a backyard cookout, a picnic in the park, or simply craving a fruity treat, these strawberry lemonade cupcakes are sure to be a hit.
Keep those leftover beacons of delight in the fridge – if you have any left, that is.
Here’s to laughter, love, and lick-your-fingers goodness. Happy baking, y’all!
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