Description
Indulge in the delightful Easy Strawberry Cupcakes with Basil Buttercream, a refreshing treat that beautifully combines sweet strawberries and aromatic basil. These moist and fluffy cupcakes are topped with a creamy, herb-infused frosting, making them perfect for summer gatherings or special occasions. With their stunning appearance and unique flavor profile, they are sure to impress both family and friends!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup whole milk
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, chopped
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ¼ cup fresh basil leaves, finely chopped
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with liners.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in the milk.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients until just combined. Gently fold in chopped strawberries.
- Fill cupcake liners two-thirds full and bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- For the Basil Buttercream: Beat together the butter and powdered sugar until creamy. Mix in basil and vanilla extract.
- Once cupcakes are cooled completely, frost with basil buttercream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (70g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 170mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider adding a splash of vanilla extract to the batter. Substitute strawberries with raspberries or blueberries for different fruity variations.