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trawberry Mango Cupcakes for a Tropical Treat

Strawberry Mango Cupcakes for a Tropical Treat Everyone Loves

Enjoy these Strawberry Mango Cupcakes for a Tropical Treat that bring summer flavors to your kitchen.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Tropical
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cupcakes
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour sifted for airiness
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder check freshness
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda works with yogurt/buttermilk
  • pinch salt enhances sweetness
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened to room temperature
  • 1 cup granulated sugar or coconut sugar as substitute
  • 2 eggs preferably at room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract feel free to swap with almond extract
  • 1/2 cup milk almond or oat milk for lactose-free
  • 1/2 cup sour cream Greek yogurt can substitute
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries diced and dusted with flour
  • 1 cup fresh mango diced
  • 1 teaspoon orange zest or lime zest for a twist
For the Frosting
  • 2 cups powdered sugar ensure correct amount for consistency
  • 1/4 cup mango puree or passion fruit puree
  • 1/4 cup strawberry puree fresh strawberries can be used

Equipment

  • Muffin Tin
  • mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer
  • spatula
  • wire rack

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 large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, cream together butter and sugar for about 3 minutes until light and fluffy.
  4. Add eggs one at a time to the creamed mixture, then stir in vanilla extract.
  5. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients, alternating with milk until just combined.
  6. Fold in strawberries, mango, and orange zest gently.
  7. Spoon batter into muffins tins, filling them about ⅔ full and bake for 18-20 minutes.
  8. Cool cupcakes in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  9. Beat butter for frosting until creamy, then mix in powdered sugar, mango puree, and strawberry puree until fluffy.
  10. Frost cooled cupcakes generously and garnish if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupcakeCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Store cupcakes in an airtight container for up to 2 days at room temperature or 5 days in the fridge. Unfrosted cupcakes can be frozen for up to 1 month.

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