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Mango Strawberry Sunset Cupcakes

Mango Strawberry Sunset Cupcakes: Tropical Bliss in Every Bite

Mango Strawberry Sunset Cupcakes are a delightful treat that brings tropical flavors to every bite.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Tropical
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Cupcakes
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Can use gluten-free blend for gluten-free version
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder Ensure it's fresh
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt Enhances flavor balance
  • 0.5 cups butter (softened) Can substitute with margarine or vegan butter
  • 1 cups granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs Consider flax eggs for vegan option
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Opt for pure vanilla
  • 1 cups milk Almond or coconut milk for dairy-free option
  • 0.75 cups mango purée Peach purée can be an alternative
  • 0.5 cups strawberry jam Any fruit jam works
For the Frosting
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 0.5 cups heavy cream Coconut cream is a dairy-free alternative
  • food colorings (optional) For visual appeal

Equipment

  • Muffin Tin
  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric Mixer
  • Piping Bag
  • cupcake liners

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 2 teaspoons of baking powder, and ½ teaspoon of salt. Set aside.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, cream together ½ cup of softened butter and 1 cup of granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in 2 large eggs one at a time, followed by 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, 1 cup of milk, and ¾ cup of mango purée until combined.
  5. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
  6. Fill each cupcake liner about ¾ full with batter and bake for 18-20 minutes.
  7. Allow cupcakes to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. Create a well in the center of each cupcake and fill with strawberry jam.
  9. In a large bowl, beat together ½ cup of softened butter, 4 cups of powdered sugar, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, and 2 tablespoons of heavy cream until light and fluffy.
  10. Divide the frosting and mix in mango purée and pink food coloring to create a sunset effect.
  11. Pipe the frosting onto cooled cupcakes, starting from the outer edge and working inward.
  12. Garnish each cupcake with a slice of fresh strawberry or mango before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupcakeCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 18mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store cupcakes in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

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