Strawberry Mango Cupcakes
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A delightful treat that combines the tropical flavors of mango and strawberry in a moist cupcake topped with a creamy strawberry frosting.
- Author: Alex Lee
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 12 cupcakes 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tropical
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 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
- 1 tsp vanilla extract (for frosting)
- Fresh strawberry slices or mango pieces (for garnish, optional)
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with paper liners.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in the mango puree, milk, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners, filling each about 2/3 full.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean.
- Allow the cupcakes to cool completely on a wire rack before frosting.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy for the frosting.
- Gradually add the powdered sugar, beating until smooth.
- Mix in the strawberry puree and vanilla extract until well combined.
- If the frosting is too thin, add a bit more powdered sugar; if it’s too thick, add a bit more puree or milk to reach your desired consistency.
- Once the cupcakes are completely cool, pipe or spread the strawberry frosting onto each one.
- Garnish with fresh strawberry slices or mango pieces, if desired.
Notes
- Ensure the butter is softened for both the cupcakes and frosting for better mixing.
- For a stronger mango flavor, use fresh mango puree.
- Store cupcakes in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg