Strawberry Cupcakes – Sweet Easy Recipes for Summer Dessert Wins
If I had a dollar for every time these strawberry cupcakes disappeared off the cooling rack before the frosting even had a chance—I’d be rich. These cupcakes bring all the charm of a summer picnic, without the sunburn or ants. They’re soft, fluffy, and bursting with strawberry flavor that actually tastes like strawberries, not some mystery pink flavoring from a lab. We’re talking homemade, from-scratch batter that’s simple enough to whip up on a weeknight but still special enough for birthday parties or bake sales. The secret? Fresh strawberries blended into the batter and folded into the frosting. I know what you're thinking—yes, you *do* need a full cup of them. Trust me. This recipe checks all the boxes: quick and easy recipes, easy cake recipes, air fryer desserts easy recipes, simple desserts with few ingredients, and—of course—sweet easy recipes. If you're into easy homemade recipes with real flavor and zero drama, you’re in the right kitchen.
- Time: 35 min
- Servings: 12
Source: Lila Cooks
Ingredients
- all-purpose flour
- baking powder
- baking soda
- salt
- unsalted butter, softened
- granulated sugar
- large eggs
- sour cream
- milk
- vanilla extract
- finely chopped fresh strawberries