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Pineapple Cream Cupcakes

Pineapple Cream Cupcakes

Pineapple Cream Cupcakes are a delightful blend of tropical flavors and fluffy texture, perfect for any celebration. Each cupcake features a moist yellow cake infused with crushed pineapple, creating a refreshing experience in every bite. Topped with creamy and rich cream cheese frosting, these cupcakes are not just visually appealing but also irresistibly delicious. Ideal for birthdays, picnics, or simply as an afternoon treat, they can be customized with your favorite toppings like cherries or sprinkles. Enjoy the taste of the tropics right in your kitchen with this simple and fun recipe that will impress friends and family alike.

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

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 box yellow cake mix
  • 1/3 cup melted butter (cooled)
  • 3 eggs
  • 1 1/4 cups crushed pineapple with juice
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup butter (softened)
  • 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3–4 cups powdered sugar

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin pan with cupcake liners.
  2. Sift the yellow cake mix into a bowl to remove lumps.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine melted butter, eggs, crushed pineapple with juice, and vanilla extract until blended.
  4. Stir in the sifted cake mix until smooth.
  5. Fill each cupcake liner about three-quarters full with batter.
  6. Bake for 17-22 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  7. Allow cupcakes to cool completely before frosting.
  8. In another bowl, beat softened butter and cream cheese until smooth; add vanilla and gradually incorporate powdered sugar until you reach desired consistency.
  9. Frost the cooled cupcakes and add optional toppings like cherries or sprinkles.
  • Author: Natalia
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Tropical

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cupcake
  • Calories: 245
  • Sugar: 21g
  • Sodium: 220mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 33g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 55mg

Keywords: Use room temperature ingredients for better mixing results. Experiment by adding coconut flakes or extra pineapple juice for enhanced flavor. Customize frosting by adding different flavors or colors to suit your occasion.