Mango Strawberry Sunset Cupcakes
Mango Strawberry Sunset Cupcakes are a vibrant and delightful treat that captures the essence of summer with every bite. These cupcakes combine the sweet, tropical flavors of fresh mango and strawberries, all topped with a stunning sunset swirl buttercream that elevates both the taste and presentation. Perfect for birthday celebrations, family gatherings, or simply as a sweet indulgence for yourself, these cupcakes are as fun to make as they are to eat. The easy-to-follow steps ensure that even novice bakers can create these deliciously light and fluffy treats.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup milk
- ¼ cup mango purée
- ¼ cup strawberry jam (for filling)
- 1 cup unsalted butter (for frosting, softened)
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp heavy cream (or milk)
- 2 tbsp mango purée (for frosting)
- 2 tbsp strawberry purée (for frosting)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In one bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream together softened butter and sugar until fluffy.
- Beat in eggs and vanilla extract, then add milk and mango purée. Mix until combined.
- Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet mixture without overmixing.
- Fill the cupcake liners about three-quarters full and bake for 18–20 minutes or until golden brown.
- Cool completely before filling each cupcake with strawberry jam using a piping bag or small knife.
- For frosting, beat unsalted butter until creamy, then gradually mix in powdered sugar and heavy cream until smooth.
- Divide frosting into three bowls: plain, mango purée mixed, and strawberry purée mixed. Pipe onto cupcakes in swirls.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (90g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg