Strawberries lemonade cupcakes scream summer fun! What better way to celebrate summer than to combine two summer hits and make strawberry lemonade cupcakes.
Our cupcakes are full of fresh strawberries and topped with a tangy lemon buttercream. They are the fluffiest and tastiest cupcakes!
You may want to make a double batch because these go fast!
As we wind down summer dessert week, I realize that strawberries are a favorite of mine! The week began with No Bake Strawberry Cheesecake.It’s such a good cheesecake! I hope you check it out!
A Day at the Beach Cake was next! A fun and festive beach cake that you can go crazy with your imagination to decorate.
Strawberry Lemonade Cupcakes
Today, I am sharing one of my kids’ favorite desserts, Strawberry Lemonade Cupcakes.
There is both strawberry puree and fresh strawberries in the batter. The family loves the fresh double dose of fresh strawberries!
The strawberry cupcakes are topped with the most decadent and delicious lemon buttercream frosting. The lemon flavor is not overpowering pucker power. The buttercream has the perfect amount of lemon.
The combo of strawberry and lemon make the most enjoyable strawberry lemonade cupcakes ever!
The cupcakes are perfect for any summer party, picnic, baby and bridal showers.
Strawberry Lemonade Cupcakes
To make these yummy cupcakes, I used Sweets & Treats cupcake liners. They have the cutest baking accessories. The yellow striped straws bring home the strawberry lemonade theme of the cupcakes too!
Dixie Crystals Sugar is my go-to sugar for baking.
Adam's Extract has fantastic flavor and I use it all the time. Their vanilla extract went into the batter. Adams lemon extract adds the perfect amount lemon to the buttercream.
Can I make the cupcakes ahead of time?
The cupcakes can be made one day ahead of time. Morning of serving is best.
Can frozen strawberries be used for these cupcakes?
Defrost the strawberries first. Add the juice to the puree.
Will the strawberry lemonade cupcakes freeze well?
The cupcakes can be frozen before frosting. Wrap the cupcakes in plastic wrap and place in freezer-safe bags. They can stay in freezer up to 3 months.
How do I store the cupcakes until ready to eat?
Keep covered in the fridge until ready to serve.
Pro Tips for the Best Strawberry Lemonade Cupcakes
- Be sure to have soften the butter for both the batter and the frosting.
- Don’t overmix when adding in the flour to ensure a fluffy cupcake
- Be sure cupcakes are completely cool before frosting.
- Use a scoop to fill cupcake liners for even cupcakes
- To check if cupcakes baked completely, use a toothpick to poke center of cupcake.
- The toothpick should come out clean.
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Strawberry Lemonade Cupcakes
Ingredients
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Place 18 cupcake liners in cupcake tins, set aside.
- In a medium size bowl, sift flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large bowl or electric mixer, beat sugar and butter until blended well.
- Add eggs, one at a time.
- Blend in vanilla extract and strawberry puree.
- Fold in half of the flour mixture into the wet ingredients to blend.
- Add in remaining flour mixture. into the strawberry mix to incorporate remaining flour mix.
- Fold in diced strawberries.
- Divide batter evenly between the cupcake liners.
- Bake for 15-24 minutes. Cupcakes are done when toothpick inserted in middle comes out clean.
- Let cupcakes cool completely before icing.
- Add cut strawberries into a blender and mix to puree. Use as directed.
- In a medium bowl, beat confectioner sugar and butter until mixed.
- Add in lemon extract, lemon juice, and 2 Tablespoons milk. Blend until smooth. Add another Tablespoon of milk if needed for consistency to decorate cupcakes. Note 2
- Decorate cupcakes using your favorite decorating tip. Top with strawberries slices, lemon wedges and sprinkles.
- No decorating tip, use a knife to spread frosting on the cupcakes.
Nutrition
Notes
- Any nutritional data I provide is an approximation and actual dietary information can vary based on ingredients and proportion sizes.
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Erin Vasicek
How cute are these? Love the little straws to go with their lemonade flavor
Eileen xo
So happy you like the cupcakes Erin! Enjoy!
Claire | The Simple, Sweet Life
What a refreshing flavor combination. I'm sure these strawberry lemonade cupcakes would be the perfect edition to a summer bbq!
Eileen xo
Absolutely Claire! These cupcakes are perfect for picnics.
Nicoletta Sugarlovespices
What's better in the summer than strawberries and lemonade? They are the perfect little treat, especially with that lemon buttercream frosting on top!
Eileen xo
These are a favorite! Enjoy making them!
Veronika's Kitchen
Love this flavor combination! It will be perfect for a summer party or a pool party! Plus, they are so easy to make)
Eileen xo
Absolutely Veronika! enjoy them anytime!
Paula Montenegro
Strawberries and lemon are two of my favorite flavors, so you can imagine how these cupcakes are sounding! And with fresh strawberry puree! Just is just perfect. Lovely recipe.
Eileen xo
Excellent Paula! I am so happy you enjoy the cupcakes!
Leslie
These are adorable in every way! My daughter wants to do a lemonade stand and this recipe would be a perfect addition! Thank you!
Eileen xo
That's great Leslie! I hope your daughters lemonade stand does well!
Tammy
These sound like so much fun! The lemon buttercream is a perfect idea...ooh I wish I had one right now 😀
Eileen xo
Thank you Tammy! I hope you enjoy!
Carrie | Clean Eating Kitchen
Oooh yummy! What a great flavor for cupcakes in the summer! No wonder your kids love them!
Eileen xo
Thank you Carrie! I hope you enjoy the cupcakes!
Eden
These were fantastic! The homemade lemon buttercream is my favorite. I love the tiny straw in them too! Cute idea 🙂
Eileen xo
Thank you so much Eden! I am so happy you loved the cupcake and frosting!
Lori | The Kitchen Whisperer
These are perfect for summer parties. Loving the pairing of strawberries and lemonade so much! It just screams summertime eats!
Eileen xo
Thank you Lori! They are perfect for summer parties!
Elaine Benoit
Okay, why have I never thought of putting lemon and strawberries together? These cupcakes look excellent and delicious! I can't wait to try them. I think I'll bring them to my sister's this weekend.
Eileen xo
Elaine, it's a great combo!
Kelly Anthony
What a great and fun way to ring in summer. My girls will love making these with me.
Eileen xo
That is so awesome! I hope you and your girls enjoy the cupcakes
Stephanie
These look absolutely perfect for a summer party! Loving the combo of strawberry and lemon in these. Have to make these for my nephews, they will love it.
Eileen xo
Thank you Stephanie! I hope you enjoy the recipe!
Tara Teaspoon
A perfect summer combo, lemonade and strawberries! I love the cute straw decor; it's such a cute touch to a clever cupcake!
Eileen xo
So happy you enjoyed the recipe. Thank you so much for making the cupcakes
Nancie McDermott
Delightful! Love the delightful feeling, and I want that icing NOW! Luscious piping and the sprinkles finish. Party on a plate!'
Eileen xo
So happy you love these cupcakes!