Celebrate the flavors of fruit with this collection of fruit cupcakes: a vibrant, modern, and delicious assortment of cupcakes inspired by the best fruits of the season! ššš
Each cupcake is soft, moist, and bursting with real fruit flavor, topped with light frosting and a fresh summer touch. These recipes are tried, tested, and perfect for picnics, parties, or sunny afternoons.
š Cupcake Collection
š 1. Strawberry Shortcake Cupcakes
- Base: Vanilla cupcakes filled with chopped fresh strawberries.
- Frosting: Whipped cream cheese frosting.
- Topping: A halved strawberry and crushed graham crumbs.
Flavor: Sweet, creamy, and perfectly summery.
š 2. Lemon Blueberry Cupcakes
- Base: Soft lemon cupcakes with fresh blueberries folded into the batter.
- Frosting: Lemon cream cheese frosting.
- Topping: A few blueberries and a lemon zest sprinkle.
Flavor: Bright, tangy, and refreshing.
š 3. Peach Cobbler Cupcakes
- Base: Vanilla cupcakes mixed with diced peaches and cinnamon.
- Frosting: Vanilla buttercream or cream cheese frosting.
- Topping: Mini crumble topping or peach slice.
Flavor: Buttery, fruity, and nostalgic, just like the classic dessert.
š« 4. Mixed Berry Cupcakes
- Base: Vanilla cupcakes packed with raspberries, blueberries, and blackberries.
- Frosting: Light vanilla or white chocolate frosting.
- Topping: Fresh berries and a mint leaf.
Flavor: Sweet, juicy, and bursting with berry flavor in every bite.
š 5. Watermelon Cupcakes (Fun & Kid-Friendly)
- Base: Pink vanilla cupcakes with mini chocolate chips.
- Frosting: Green-tinted vanilla buttercream.
- Topping: A tiny watermelon slice candy or sprinkle decor.
Flavor: Sweet, playful, and perfect for summer parties!
š” Tips for Perfect Summer Cupcakes
- Use fresh seasonal fruits whenever possible for the best flavor.
- Add a pinch of lemon zest to brighten fruity batters.
- For extra moisture, brush cupcakes with light fruit syrup before frosting.
- Keep frosted cupcakes refrigerated if serving outdoors in warm weather.
š“ Details
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 18 mins
Total Time: 40 mins
Serves: ~12 cupcakes per flavor
Calories: ~210 per cupcake (average)