Summer in a cupcake.

There is a theme going here... 

every time I post a recipe, 

its something sugary, chocolatey, gooey, or fattening.

(Or all of the above!)

But I made these cupcakes the other day,

and wow.

They are so good!

I just had to share the recipe.

They are

 light, 

creamy,

summery,

strawberryish,

and DELICIOUS.

Okay now,

go make them!

You will love them.

Strawberry Summer Cupcakes

Cupcakes:

1 box white cake mix

3 eggs

1 cup sour cream

1 tsp. vanilla extract

Mix together all ingredients. Pour batter into paper liners and fill 3/4 full.

Bake at 350 for 15-18 minutes or until cupcakes are lightly golden.

Remove and cool completely before frosting.

Fresh Strawberry Buttercream Frosting:

1 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
4 cups (may need more or less) powdered sugar, sifted
1 cup finely chopped fresh strawberries
1 tsp vanilla extract

Beat butter and 1 cup powdered sugar on medium speed for 1 minute.
Add vanilla and strawberries and beat for 1 minute.
Adding 1 cup at a time, add the remaining powdered sugar. 

Whip until frosting forms peaks.

Frost cooled cupcakes, and enjoy!