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Mango Strawberry Sunset Cupcakes

Mango Strawberry Sunset Cupcakes: A Taste of Tropical Bliss

Mango Strawberry Sunset Cupcakes are a delightful dessert combining tropical flavors and a hidden strawberry jam surprise, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cupcakes
  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour substitute with gluten-free flour for a gluten-free option
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder acts as a leavening agent
  • 0.5 teaspoons salt enhances flavors
  • 0.5 cups butter (softened) ensure it's at room temperature
  • 1 cups granulated sugar sweetens the batter
  • 2 large eggs binds ingredients
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract adds depth to flavor
  • 0.5 cups milk can be substituted with plant-based milk
  • 1 cups mango purée infuses tropical flavor
For the Filling
  • 0.5 cups strawberry jam provides a sweet surprise
For the Frosting
  • 2 cups powdered sugar sweetens and thickens frosting
  • 0.5 cups heavy cream can be substituted with coconut cream
  • food coloring optional; mix with natural fruit purées

Equipment

  • Muffin tin
  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer
  • piping bag

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with colorful cupcake liners.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In a large bowl, beat the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add the eggs one at a time and mix in the vanilla extract, followed by the milk and mango purée until smooth.
  5. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until just combined.
  6. Spoon the batter into the liners, filling each about ¾ full and bake for 18-20 minutes.
  7. Allow cupcakes to cool in the tin for 5 minutes before moving them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. Once cooled, create a hole in the center of each cupcake and fill with strawberry jam.
  9. To make the frosting, beat together the butter and powdered sugar before adding the heavy cream until fluffy.
  10. Divide the frosting and color as desired, then pipe it onto the cupcakes in swirls.
  11. Garnish with fresh fruit or extra fruit purées and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupcakeCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure room temperature ingredients for smooth batter, and avoid overmixing to keep cupcakes light and fluffy.

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