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Mango Strawberry Sunset Cupcakes Recipe

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Mango Strawberry Sunset Cupcakes are a delightful tropical-inspired treat featuring soft, moist cupcakes infused with mango purée and filled with luscious strawberry jam. Topped with a vibrant tri-colored buttercream swirl combining vanilla, mango, and strawberry flavors, these cupcakes bring a beautiful sunset effect that’s as pleasing to the eye as to the palate. Perfect for summer parties or any occasion that calls for a fresh fruity twist on classic cupcakes.

Ingredients

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Cupcake Batter

  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ tsp baking powder
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • ½ cup milk
  • ¼ cup mango purée (fresh or canned)
  • ¼ cup strawberry jam

Buttercream Frosting

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3 cups powdered sugar
  • 2 tbsp heavy cream (or milk)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 tbsp mango purée
  • 2 tbsp strawberry purée

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners to prepare for baking.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt to evenly distribute the leavening agents and seasoning.
  3. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a separate larger bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together until the mixture is light and fluffy, which helps create a tender crumb.
  4. Add Eggs and Flavoring: Beat in the eggs one at a time along with the vanilla extract, ensuring they are fully incorporated into the buttery mixture for structure and flavor.
  5. Combine Wet Ingredients: Mix in the milk and mango purée, which adds moisture and a tropical fruit flavor to the batter.
  6. Add Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, folding gently just until combined to avoid overmixing, which can toughen the cupcakes.
  7. Fill and Bake: Spoon the batter into the cupcake liners, filling each about ¾ full. Bake for 18–20 minutes, or until the tops are golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Remove from oven and cool completely.
  8. Fill Cupcakes: Once cooled, hollow out a small center portion of each cupcake using a piping tip or small knife and fill with strawberry jam to add a delightful fruity surprise inside.
  9. Prepare Frosting Base: Beat the softened butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar while continuing to beat to incorporate air, resulting in a fluffy buttercream.
  10. Add Vanilla and Cream: Mix in vanilla extract and heavy cream (or milk) until the frosting is smooth and spreadable.
  11. Create Frosting Colors: Divide the frosting into three separate bowls. Leave one plain for vanilla (white), mix one with mango purée for a yellow-orange tone, and the last with strawberry purée for a pink-red hue.
  12. Combine Frosting for Swirl: Place all three colored frostings side-by-side into a single piping bag fitted with a decorative tip to create a beautiful sunset swirl effect when piped.
  13. Decorate Cupcakes: Pipe the tri-colored frosting onto the cupcakes using swirled motions for an eye-catching look.
  14. Optional Garnish: Garnish each cupcake with a small slice of fresh strawberry or mango for added visual appeal and a hint of fresh fruit flavor.

Notes

  • To make mango purée, blend fresh or canned mango until smooth.
  • Ensure butter is softened to room temperature for easier creaming and a smoother frosting.
  • Do not overmix the batter to keep cupcakes light and tender.
  • Use fresh strawberries and mango slices for garnish to enhance flavor and presentation.
  • For a dairy-free version, substitute butter with margarine and use a non-dairy milk alternative.

Keywords: cupcakes, mango cupcakes, strawberry cupcakes, buttercream frosting, fruit-filled cupcakes, tropical desserts, party cupcakes

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