Heavenly Cherry Cupcakes sound absolutely delicious! Here’s a recipe to make some that are both light and flavorful, with a delightful cherry twist.
Heavenly Cherry Cupcakes Recipe
Ingredients
For the Cupcakes:
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup milk
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 cup fresh or frozen cherries, pitted and chopped
For the Cherry Filling:
- 1 cup cherries, pitted and chopped
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon water
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
For the Frosting:
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ cup cherry juice or cherry preserves
Instructions
1. Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin pan with cupcake liners.
2. Prepare the Cherry Filling:
- In a small saucepan, combine the chopped cherries, granulated sugar, cornstarch, water, and lemon juice. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and becomes a jam-like consistency. Let it cool.
3. Make the Cupcake Batter:
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat the butter until creamy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk and sour cream. Begin and end with the flour mixture. Mix until just combined.
- Gently fold in the chopped cherries.
4. Bake the Cupcakes:
- Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners, filling each about 2/3 full.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the cupcakes to cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
5. Prepare the Frosting:
- In a medium bowl, beat the softened butter until smooth. Gradually add the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract. Continue to beat until fluffy.
- Mix in the cherry juice or cherry preserves until well combined and smooth.
6. Frost the Cupcakes:
- Once the cupcakes are completely cool, frost them with the cherry frosting. You can use a piping bag for a more decorative look or simply spread the frosting with a knife.
7. Optional: Garnish:
- For extra flair, top each cupcake with a fresh cherry or a drizzle of cherry preserves.
Enjoy your Heavenly Cherry Cupcakes with a cup of tea or coffee for a delightful treat!