Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake tin with paper liners.
In a bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
Add eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
Stir in vanilla extract.
Combine flour, baking powder, and salt in another bowl.
Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, alternating with milk.
Fold in chopped strawberries.
Divide batter among cupcake liners, filling each about two-thirds full.
Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Allow cupcakes to cool completely before frosting.