Scrumptious Vegan Strawberry Cupcakes for Mother's Day
45
min
172
Calories
8g
Fats
24g
Carbs
3g
Protein
Indulge in the sweetness of Vegan Strawberry Cupcakes - a perfect treat for Mother's Day. These cupcakes blend the juiciness of strawberries with the lightness of vegan ingredients, ready in just 45 minutes.
Ingredients:
Step 1: Preheat the Oven
Begin your baking adventure by preheating your oven to a cozy 350 degrees F. This warm environment will be the perfect cocoon for our cupcakes to rise and golden. Get your muffin pan ready by lining it with adorable muffin liners, setting the stage for our vegan treats to come.
Pro Tip: Ensure your oven is properly calibrated for best results.
Step 2: Mix Dry and Wet Ingredients Separately
In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the unsung heroes of baking - flour, baking powder, and a pinch of salt. In a separate bowl, create a concoction of non-dairy milk, cooking oil, sugar, and a dash of vanilla and strawberry flavor, whisking them together until they're just begging to be combined. This separation of powers ensures a light and airy cupcake, as it prevents overmixing once the wet and dry come together.
Pro Tip: Sifting the flour helps avoid clumps for a smoother batter.
Step 3: Combine Ingredients
Now for the magical moment - pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients. Gently mix them together using a wire whisk or spatula, dancing around the bowl until they're just combined. Embrace the lumps; they're perfectly fine! Carefully fill your muffin cups two-thirds full, setting the stage for the rise.
Pro Tip: Do not overmix to ensure your cupcakes are fluffy.
Step 4: Bake to Golden Perfection
Gently slide your pan into the oven and bake for about 20 minutes. You'll know they're ready when the tops are a beautiful golden brown and spring back to the touch - a little hello from your perfectly baked cupcakes. Once done, let them sit in the pan for a minute before moving them to a cooling rack, whispering promises of frosting and decorations.
Pro Tip: A toothpick inserted in the center should come out clean.
Step 5: Create the Frosting
While your cupcakes are cooling off and dreaming of their sweet crowns, it's time to whip up the frosting. Start by creaming together margarine and powdered sugar until it's fluffy and cloud-like. Gradually add a touch of milk, vanilla, and strawberry flavor, continuing to beat until the frosting is light, airy, and ready to envelop our cupcakes in a hug of sweetness.
Pro Tip: Chill the frosting for a firmer texture before piping.
Step 6: Frost and Garnish
With your cupcakes cooled and frosting chilled to perfection, it's time to bring them together. Spoon or pipe the frosting onto each cupcake, swirling high into beautiful peaks or sweet, simple dollops. Finish each cupcake with a slice of fresh strawberry or a sprinkle of sugar for a touch of elegance. Then, take a moment. Admire your work. Enjoy the fruits of your labor with a cup of tea or share them with loved ones. These vegan strawberry cupcakes are not just a treat; they're a celebration.
Pro Tip: Use a piping bag for professional-looking swirls.
