Cherry Red Cherry Pie Cupcakes
Cherry Red Cherry Pie Cupcakes are a delightful summer treat that perfectly blends the tartness of cherries with the sweetness of fluffy vanilla cupcakes. Each bite offers a burst of juicy cherry flavor, topped with creamy frosting for an indulgent dessert experience. These vibrant cupcakes are ideal for picnics, family gatherings, or simply to satisfy your sweet tooth.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Makes about 12 cupcakes 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup cherry pie filling
- ½ cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with paper liners.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and sugar. In another bowl, cream butter and sugar until fluffy; add eggs one at a time and mix well. Stir in vanilla.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mix, alternating with heavy cream until smooth. Fold in cherry pie filling.
- Fill liners two-thirds full and bake for 18-20 minutes or until golden brown.
- For the frosting, whip heavy cream with powdered sugar until soft peaks form and frost cooled cupcakes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (60g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg