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Strawberry Lemon Cupcakes

Soft, fluffy cupcakes that perfectly balance the sweetness of strawberries with the tartness of lemons, made easy with lemon cake mix and strawberry soda.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Calories: 200kcal

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

  • 1 box Lemon cake mix 15.25 ounces

Wet Ingredients

  • 12 ounces Strawberry soda
  • 1/2 cup Unsweetened applesauce Halal-friendly alternative to eggs
  • 1/4 cup Vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract

Frosting and Garnish

  • 1/2 cup Whipped cream cheese frosting Store-bought or homemade
  • to taste Fresh strawberries For garnish

Instructions

  • Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a standard cupcake pan with paper liners.
  • Step 2: In a large mixing bowl, combine the lemon cake mix and strawberry soda. Stir until just combined, ensuring no large lumps remain.
  • Step 3: Add the applesauce, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the batter. Mix gently until thoroughly blended, being careful not to overmix.
  • Step 4: Scoop the batter into the prepared cupcake liners, filling each about two-thirds full.
  • Step 5: Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Step 6: Let the cupcakes cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  • Step 7: Frost each cupcake with whipped cream cheese frosting and top with a fresh strawberry.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Cupcake Pan
  • Oven

Notes

For an extra lemony flavor, add 1 tablespoon of lemon zest to the batter. Ensure ingredients are at room temperature for better mixing.