"These Strawberry Cupcakes have this absolutely beautiful strawberry Italian meringue buttercream frosting which is to die for! It's so light with the perfect melting texture and a flavor that’s full-bodied but not too sweet...."
INGREDIENTS
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3 cups all-purpose flour (sifted)
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2 1/2 tsp baking powder
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1 tsp salt
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2 cups granulated sugar
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1 3 oz packet strawberry gelatin (like Jell-O)
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8 oz butter (at room temperature”)
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4 eggs (at room temperature)
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1 cup whole milk (at room temperature)
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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1/2 cup strawberry puree (strained of seeds)
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5 egg whites (room temperature)
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1/2 cup water
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14 oz granulated sugar (about 2 cups)
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1/2 tsp cream of tartar
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12 ounces unsalted butter, slightly softened but still cool ((3 sticks))
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1 tbsp vanilla extract
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1/2 cup strawberry puree (strained of seeds)
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pink food coloring (optional)