Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Strawberry Mango Cupcakes, a delightful dessert that captures the essence of summer. These moist mango-infused cupcakes are topped with a luscious strawberry frosting, creating a tropical treat that’s perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re celebrating a birthday, hosting a picnic, or simply satisfying your sweet tooth, these cupcakes are sure to impress. Easy to make and visually stunning, they can be customized with different fruits or toppings to suit your taste. Each bite is a refreshing burst of fruity goodness that everyone will love!
Ingredients
- 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
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup fresh strawberries, pureed
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Fresh strawberry slices or mango pieces (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In one bowl, mix all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt; set aside.
- In another bowl, beat together softened butter and granulated sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in mango puree, milk, and vanilla until combined. Gradually add dry ingredients until just blended.
- Fill the cupcake liners with batter and bake for about 20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool completely.
- For frosting, beat softened butter until creamy; gradually add powdered sugar and stir in pureed strawberries and vanilla.
- Once cooled, frost the cupcakes with strawberry frosting.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (68g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: Use fresh mangoes and strawberries for optimal flavor. You can substitute eggs with flaxseed meal mixed with water for a vegan version. To enhance tropical flavors, consider adding coconut flakes or lime zest.