Description
These Strawberry Cupcakes feature a moist plant-based base bursting with fresh strawberry flavor and a soft, fluffy texture that melts in your mouth. Perfect for any occasion, they combine simple pantry staples and fresh strawberries to create a delightful, naturally sweet, and tender treat that everyone will enjoy.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup plant-based butter, room temperature
- 3/4 cup natural sugar
- 3/4 cup plant-based milk, room temperature
- 1 teaspoon natural vanilla extract
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, finely chopped
Frosting
- 1/2 cup plant-based butter, room temperature
- 3/4 cup fresh strawberry puree
- 1/2 cup natural sugar
- 1 teaspoon natural gelling agent
- Optional: 1 teaspoon vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
Instructions
- Prepare Your Ingredients: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Ensure plant-based milk and butter are at room temperature for smooth mixing. Wash and finely chop fresh strawberries to incorporate into both batter and frosting.
- Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, sift together all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. This ensures an even rise and light texture for the cupcakes.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: Using a mixer, cream the plant-based butter with natural sugar until fluffy and light in color, incorporating air for tender cupcakes.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Slowly add plant-based milk, natural vanilla extract, and chopped strawberries to the butter and sugar mixture. Mix gently to combine without overworking.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture carefully to maintain airiness. Stop mixing once the batter is smooth and free of lumps.
- Bake the Cupcakes: Line cupcake tins with paper liners and fill each about two-thirds full with batter. Bake for 18 to 20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow to cool completely before frosting.
- Prepare the Frosting: Blend plant-based butter with fresh strawberry puree, natural sugar, natural gelling agent, and optional vegetarian Worcestershire sauce until smooth and spreadable. Adjust consistency for easy piping or spreading.
- Frost and Decorate: Once cupcakes are fully cooled, frost generously with strawberry frosting. Garnish with fresh strawberry slices or crushed nuts as desired.
Notes
- Use the freshest strawberries possible for best flavor and color.
- Fold ingredients gently to keep cupcakes light and tender.
- Ensure butter and plant-based milk are at room temperature for smooth blending.
- Check cupcakes a few minutes earlier as oven temperatures can vary.
- Chill frosting briefly if too soft before decorating for neat results.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: strawberry cupcakes, plant-based dessert, fruit cupcakes, vegan cupcakes, moist cupcakes