Description
Sweet cherry cupcakes embrace summer’s delight with luscious fruit and delicate crumb. Homemade treats deliver pure pleasure, inviting you to savor each delectable bite.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 2 large eggs
- 1 1/2 cups (360 ml) all-purpose flour
- 1 cup (240 ml) granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) milk
Flavoring Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) maraschino cherries, chopped (plus extra for garnish)
Frosting Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups (480 ml) powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) maraschino cherry juice
Instructions
- Prepare the oven environment by heating to 350F (175C) and arranging paper liners inside a muffin tin.
- Create a smooth, airy base by thoroughly blending softened butter and granulated sugar until the mixture becomes light and voluminous.
- Incorporate eggs individually into the butter-sugar mixture, then introduce vanilla extract, mixing until fully integrated.
- Develop the dry foundation by whisking flour, baking powder, and salt in a separate vessel. Gradually introduce this mixture into the wet ingredients, alternating with milk, and blend until just harmonized.
- Gently incorporate chopped maraschino cherries into the batter, ensuring even distribution without overmixing.
- Allocate batter evenly among cupcake liners, filling each approximately two-thirds full. Bake for 18-20 minutes, verifying doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center – it should emerge clean.
- Transfer cupcakes to a wire rack, allowing complete cooling to room temperature.
- Craft the frosting by whipping softened butter until creamy. Systematically add powdered sugar, milk, vanilla extract, and cherry juice, beating until achieving a smooth, pillowy consistency.
- Once cupcakes have thoroughly cooled, generously apply the cherry-infused frosting. Optional: embellish with additional maraschino cherries for visual appeal.
Notes
- Use room temperature ingredients to ensure smooth mixing and even baking.
- Drain maraschino cherries thoroughly to prevent excess moisture in the batter.
- Chop cherries into small pieces for better distribution throughout the cupcakes.
- For a gluten-free version, substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend and add a teaspoon of xanthan gum for better texture.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 263 kcal
- Sugar: 32 g
- Sodium: 138 mg
- Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 46 mg