Description
Indulge in the refreshing taste of Strawberry Mango Cupcakes, a delightful summer dessert that brings tropical flavors right to your kitchen. Each cupcake features a moist mango-infused base topped with velvety strawberry frosting, making them perfect for any occasion—from birthday parties to casual picnics. These fruity treats are not only visually stunning with their vibrant colors but also easy to make, ensuring even beginner bakers can whip up a batch without any hassle. Customize them with fresh fruit garnishes or playful sprinkles for a personal touch. Savor the sweet indulgence of these light cupcakes and enjoy a burst of fresh fruit flavor with every bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup mango puree (fresh or canned)
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened (for frosting)
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup fresh strawberries, pureed
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with liners.
- In one bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream together softened butter and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well.
- Stir in mango puree, milk, and vanilla extract until combined.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture until just combined.
- Fill cupcake liners two-thirds full and bake for about 20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow cupcakes to cool before frosting with strawberry puree icing made from creamed butter and powdered sugar.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (75g)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg