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Mango Strawberry Sunset Cupcakes: A Delightful Recipe!

Mango Strawberry Sunset Cupcakes

Mango Strawberry Sunset Cupcakes are a delightful treat that will brighten any occasion. Bursting with the tropical flavors of ripe mango and sweet strawberry, these cupcakes are topped with a stunning sunset swirl buttercream that not only looks beautiful but also enhances their deliciousness. Perfect for birthday celebrations, summer picnics, or simply as a sweet indulgence at home, these easy-to-make cupcakes are sure to impress friends and family alike. With simple steps and common ingredients, even novice bakers can enjoy creating these visually appealing desserts. Get ready to elevate your baking game with this fun and flavorful recipe!

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • ¼ cup mango purée
  • ¼ cup strawberry jam
  • 1 cup unsalted butter (for frosting)
  • 3 cups powdered sugar
  • 2 tbsp heavy cream
  • 2 tbsp mango purée (for frosting)
  • 2 tbsp strawberry purée (for frosting)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  2. Whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.
  3. In another bowl, cream softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add eggs, vanilla extract, milk, and mango purée; mix until well combined.
  5. Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture until just combined.
  6. Fill cupcake liners about ¾ full with batter and bake for 18–20 minutes until golden brown. Cool completely.
  7. Fill cooled cupcakes with strawberry jam using a piping bag or small knife.
  8. For the frosting, beat softened butter until creamy; gradually add powdered sugar.
  9. Mix in heavy cream, vanilla extract, and divide into three bowls to color with mango and strawberry purées.
  10. Pipe frosting onto cupcakes for the sunset swirl effect.
  • Author: Natalia
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 30g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 16g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 41g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 50mg

Keywords: Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for better texture. Avoid overmixing the batter to keep cupcakes light and fluffy. Customize by adding different fruit purees or chocolate chips.