Easy Strawberry Cupcakes with Basil Buttercream
Easy Strawberry Cupcakes with Basil Buttercream are a delightful summer dessert that perfectly combines the sweetness of fresh strawberries with the aromatic twist of basil. These moist, fluffy cupcakes topped with creamy basil-infused buttercream create an unforgettable flavor experience. Ideal for picnics, birthdays, or cozy evenings at home, they promise to impress your guests and elevate any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, chopped
- ¼ cup fresh basil leaves, finely chopped
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for frosting)
- 2 tbsp heavy cream (for frosting)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with paper liners.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat together softened butter and eggs until creamy. Mix in chopped strawberries and basil.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients while mixing on low speed until just combined.
- Pour batter into cupcake liners about two-thirds full and bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- For the frosting, beat softened butter with powdered sugar and heavy cream until smooth; stir in finely chopped basil.
- Once cupcakes are cooled, frost generously with basil buttercream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (70g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg