Vegan Strawberry Cupcakes

Name: Vegan Strawberry Cupcakes
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 30 min
Ingredients: 1 ½ cups of all-purpose flour; ¾ cup of granulated sugar; 1 teaspoon of baking soda; ½ teaspoon of salt; 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract; 1 teaspoon of white vinegar; ¼ cup canola oil; 1 cup of water; ½ cup of Berry People’s diced strawberries

Published: Feb 28, 2023 · Modified: May 6, 2023 by Toni

These one-bowl, 30-minute, and easy Vegan Strawberry Cupcakes are the perfect treats to welcome the spring season! Moist and fluffy cupcakes that are loaded with fresh strawberries and laced with vanilla - a delicious flavor combo that never disappoints! They are perfect for everyday snacking, picnics, and bake sales and would be a wonderful addition to your kid’s lunchboxes too!

completed muffins spread out against a white surface

Light and bright - these dairy-free strawberry cupcakes are the epitome of the spring spirit! If you are as ready to move on from the gloomy winter days to the blooming beauty of springtime as I am, I suggest kicking it off with these yummy, and pretty-as-can-be strawberry baked goodies. This recipe is so simple to make yet turns out irresistibly delicious - it's one of the best ways to enjoy these juicy, sweet-tart berries.

Why this Recipe Works

Quick and easy vegan cupcake recipe! The batter is mixed in one bowl and is ready for the oven in minutes! All you have to do is wait for the oven to do the work and you can enjoy freshly-baked, bakery-quality cupcakes in just 30 minutes.
Made with real strawberries! Nothing beats natural flavor! And these vegan cupcakes are made with Berry People’s organic and top-quality strawberries which makes them all the more delicious! We love how the juicy strawberry bits give the dairy-free cupcakes a burst of sweet and tart flavor in every bite - something you will never get from artificial flavoring.
Customizable vegan cupcake recipe. You can use other berries of your choice for variation. You can also try using Berry People’s blueberries, raspberries, and blackberries which are available all year round!
Make them fancy! Top them with homemade buttercream frosting, more fresh strawberries, sprinkles, or vegan white chocolate chips. These simple add-ons will turn them into party-ready goodies that you can make for birthdays, Valentine’s Day, Mother’s day, baby showers, and other special occasions.
Gluten-free possible. Simply use your preferred gluten-free flour brand to make allergen-friendly cupcakes.

What You’ll Need

Once you have the fresh strawberries, the rest of the ingredients are most likely in your pantry already. Here's a list of what you need to make them and possible substitutions too.

ingredients for Vegan Strawberry Cupcakes measured out against a white surface

Berry People’s fresh strawberries - I like dicing them in small pieces to give the plant-based cupcakes a nice texture. You can also puree half of it if you prefer.
Flour - You can use all-purpose flour or whole wheat flour to make crumbly but moist vegan cupcakes.
Granulated sugar - Or brown sugar for a deeper caramel flavor.
Baking soda - This will give the vegan cupcakes a lift and make them softer and fluffier!
Salt
Vanilla extract - For a pleasant floral taste and smell. Yum!
Vinegar - Is needed to activate the baking powder. You can use white or apple cider vinegar for this recipe.
Oil - To make the vegan cupcakes super moist for days even after storing them in the fridge. You can use any neutral-tasting oil like canola or vegetable oil.
Water

How to Make Vegan Strawberry Cupcakes

This may be one of the easiest cupcake recipes you can ever make! You’ll ace it on your first try for sure! Here’s what you need to do:

Preparations:

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
Line two cupcake tins with silicone or paper baking cups.
De-core the Berry People’s strawberries and dice them into small pieces.

diced strawberries in a bowl against a white surface

Steps:

1) Make the batter. In the bowl of an electric mixer (or in a large bowl using a handheld electric mixer), mix together all the ingredients until you have a smooth batter.

process shot of adding flour mixture to bowl

2) Add the diced strawberries. Add in the strawberries and gently fold them into the batter until combined.

process shot of adding strawberries to batter mixture

process shot post mixing strawberries into batter mixture

3) Bake! Pour the batter into each baking cup until it’s three-quarters full. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until an inserted toothpick comes out clean. That’s it! Easy peasy!

process shot showing added batter to muffin tin

completed muffins spread out against a white surface with strawberries in the background

Expert Tips for You!

If your strawberries are too juicy, remove some of the liquid before adding them to the batter to keep the cupcakes from becoming dense and soggy.
Do not overmix the batter. This is important when making baked goods. Overmixed batter will result in a dry and tough cupcake. Mix only until everything is just combined.
Do not fill the cupcake molds to the top. Just pour the batter ¾ of the way through to give it space to rise without spilling over.
If you'd like to add a bright pink color to the strawberry cupcakes, you can add drops of beetroot powder or any plant-based red food dye.

Storing Notes

You can keep the vegan strawberry cupcakes at room temperature for up to three days or store them in the fridge for up to five days. These are also freezer-friendly so you can make a big batch to enjoy later. All you have to do is thaw them in the fridge overnight and gently reheat them.

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Photos by Alfonso Revilla

Vegan Strawberry Cupcakes

These one-bowl, 30 minute, and easy Vegan Strawberry Cupcakes are the perfect treats to welcome the spring season! Moist and fluffy cupcakes that are loaded with fresh strawberries and laced with vanilla - a delicious flavor combo that never disappoints!

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Prep Time 5 mins

Cook Time 25 mins

Total Time 30 mins

Course Dessert, Snack

Cuisine American

Servings pieces

Calories 150 kcal

Equipment

measuring cups
measuring spoons
knife set
cupcake tin
electric mixer

Ingredients

1 ½ cups of all-purpose flour
¾ cup of granulated sugar
1 teaspoon of baking soda
½ teaspoon of salt
2 teaspoons of vanilla extract
1 teaspoon of white vinegar
¼ cup canola oil
1 cup of water
½ cup of Berry People’s diced strawberries

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Line two cupcake tins with silicone or paper baking cups.
In the bowl of an electric mixer (or in a large bowl using a handheld electric mixer), mix together all the ingredients until smooth.
Add in the strawberries and gently mixed until combined.
Pour the batter into each baking cup until it’s three-quarters full.
Bake for 25 to 30 minutes. Test a cupcake by sticking a toothpick in the middle. If the toothpick comes out dry, the cupcakes are done

Notes

If your strawberries are too juicy, remove some of the liquid before adding them to the batter to keep the cupcakes from becoming dense and soggy.
Do not overmix the batter. This is important when making baked goods. Overmixed batter will result in a dry and tough cupcake. Mix only until everything is just combined.
Do not fill the cupcake molds to the top. Just pour the batter ¾ of the way through to give it space to rise without spilling over.

Nutrition

Calories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 2gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 0.4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.02gSodium: 190mgPotassium: 27mgFiber: 1gSugar: 13gVitamin A: 1IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 1mg

Keyword baked goods, cupcake, dairy free, egg free, one bowl, strawberries, strawberry cupcake, vegan cupcake, vegan desserts

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Vegan Strawberry Cupcakes

Why this Recipe Works

What You’ll Need

How to Make Vegan Strawberry Cupcakes

Expert Tips for You!

Storing Notes

More Sweet Treat Recipes: