Strawberry Lemonade Cupcake Recipe
If you’re looking for the perfect summer dessert that combines the sweetness of strawberries and the refreshing tang of lemonade, this Strawberry Lemonade Cupcake Recipe is exactly what you need! These cupcakes are light, fluffy, and filled with bright citrus flavor — topped with creamy strawberry frosting that tastes like sunshine in every bite.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tbsp lemon zest
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- ½ cup buttermilk (or substitute with milk + 1 tsp lemon juice)
- ¼ cup sour cream
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
For the Strawberry Frosting
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 3–4 cups powdered sugar (sifted)
- ¼ cup strawberry puree (made from fresh or frozen strawberries)
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Fresh, bright flavors – The tart lemon pairs perfectly with sweet strawberries.
- Soft, moist texture – The cupcake crumb stays tender thanks to fresh lemon juice and buttermilk.
- Pretty presentation – The pink strawberry frosting makes them as gorgeous as they are tasty.
- Perfect for any event – Great for summer parties, baby showers, or afternoon tea.
Notes
🍋 Tips for the Best Strawberry Lemonade Cupcakes
- Use fresh lemons for the brightest flavor — bottled juice can taste dull.
- Room temperature ingredients blend better and produce fluffier cupcakes.
- Don’t overmix — stop as soon as the flour disappears.
- Cool completely before frosting to prevent the buttercream from melting.
- Make ahead: You can bake the cupcakes one day in advance. Store unfrosted cupcakes in an airtight container at room temperature.