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Delicious Chocolate Strawberry Cupcakes

Delicious Chocolate Strawberry Cupcakes are a heavenly treat that combines rich chocolate flavors with sweet strawberries, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 12 cupcakes
Calories 250 kcal

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Cupcake Tin
  • Whisk
  • Piping Bag

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients

  • 1.5 cups All-purpose flour Structure-building ingredient for light and fluffy texture.
  • 0.5 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder Adds rich chocolate flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking powder Essential for leavening.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda Balances acidity of cocoa powder.
  • 0.25 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavors.

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 cup Granulated sugar Sweetens the cupcakes.
  • 2 large Eggs Bind ingredients and provide moisture.
  • 0.5 cup Whole milk Adds moisture and richness.
  • 0.33 cup Vegetable oil Keeps cupcakes moist.
  • 1 cup Fresh strawberries, chopped Adds natural sweetness and fruity flavor.

Frosting Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup Unsalted butter, softened Adds creaminess to frosting.
  • 2 cups Powdered sugar Sweetens and lightens the frosting.
  • 0.25 cup Fresh strawberry puree Enhances flavor and color of frosting.

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Line a cupcake tin with cupcake liners.
  • In a mixing bowl, combine flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Whisk until well incorporated.
  • In another bowl, mix sugar and vegetable oil until smooth and fluffy.
  • Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  • Mix in the milk and optional vanilla essence.
  • Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, mixing gently until combined.
  • Fold in chopped strawberries.
  • Fill cupcake liners two-thirds full with batter.
  • Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  • Cool cupcakes in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  • For frosting, beat softened butter until creamy, then gradually add powdered sugar and strawberry puree until fluffy.
  • Frost cooled cupcakes and garnish with fresh strawberries.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days.
Keyword Cupcakes, Easy