Here’s a simple recipe for cherry cupcakes:

Ingredients:

1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup granulated sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
2 large eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 cup whole milk
1 cup maraschino cherries, drained and chopped

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Line a 12-cup muffin pan with cupcake liners.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, whisk together butter, eggs, vanilla extract, and milk.
4. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and whisk until just combined.
5. Fold in the chopped cherries.
6. Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners.
7. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
8. Allow the cupcakes to cool completely in the pan before frosting.

Herry Buttercream Frosting:

1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
2 cups powdered sugar
2 teaspoons maraschino cherry juice
1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions:

1. Beat the butter and powdered sugar until smooth and creamy.
2. Add the cherry juice and salt and beat until well combined.
3. Adjust the frosting consistency and flavor as needed.

Enjoy your delicious Cherry Cupcakes!