Preheat oven to 350°F, and prepare 2 cupcake pans by coating with liners (20 cupcakes total).

In a medium to large sized mixing bowl, add the flour, baking powder, and salt, then whisk together to combine.

In a separate bowl, add ½ cup of sugar and lemon zest, then rub together the sugar and zest until the sugar is all colored yellow and very fragrant, set aside.

In a stand mixer fitted with the flat beater attachment, add eggs, sugar, lemon-zest-sugar, and vanilla extract. Beat on high for around 5 minutes, the mixture should look thick, fluffy, and be tripled in volume.

Slowly drizzle in the oil. After all the oil has been added, beat for an additional minute.

On low, add the dry mixture to the stand mixer, mixing until just combined.

Add in the sour cream, prosecco, and lemon juice, and mix only until the batter becomes smooth.

Add the batter to the cupcake pans (filling each about 2/3 full), then bake in the oven for around 18 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean. Allow to cool completely before frosting.

Add strawberries to a blender or food processor and puree until smooth. Transfer pureed strawberries to a saucepan and place over medium-high heat. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20-25 minutes, stirring frequently to minimize sticking and burning. When done, the puree should be reduced by about half.

Using a fine mesh sieve, strain the puree to remove the seeds. Next, add in the lemon zest and then transfer to the fridge to cool completely.

Add butter to a stand mixer fitted with the whisk attachment. Beat on high until butter is doubled in volume, and looks light and fluffy.

Turn the stand mixer to low and slowly add the confectioners sugar. Beat until completely incorporated, then add in the cooled strawberry puree, vanilla, and salt. Beat until well-combined and fully incorporated.