Mango Strawberry Sunset Cupcakes with vibrant colors and tropical toppings

Mango Strawberry Sunset Cupcakes

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why make this recipe

Mango Strawberry Sunset Cupcakes are not just a treat for your taste buds but also a feast for the eyes! The vibrant colors and fruity flavors make these cupcakes perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a birthday party, a family gathering, or just a weekend delight. The combination of sweet mango and tangy strawberry jam creates a delightful surprise inside each cupcake, while the colorful buttercream topping adds a fun touch. If you love fruit flavors or want to impress your friends with something visually stunning, these cupcakes are a must-try!

how to make Mango Strawberry Sunset Cupcakes

Ingredients:

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/2 cup mango puree
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 cup strawberry jam
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened (for buttercream)
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream
  • Food coloring (yellow, red, and white)
  • Fresh fruit (for garnish)

Directions:

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake tin with paper liners.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add eggs, milk, mango puree, and vanilla extract; mix until well combined.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together flour and baking powder. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture until just combined.
  5. Fill each cupcake liner about 2/3 full with batter and bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  6. Let cupcakes cool completely.
  7. Once cooled, create a small hole in the center of each cupcake and fill it with strawberry jam.
  8. For the buttercream, beat together softened butter and powdered sugar. Add heavy cream and mix until fluffy. Divide into three bowls.
  9. Color one bowl with yellow, another with red, and leave one white.
  10. Use a piping bag to swirl the colored buttercream onto the cupcakes.
  11. Garnish with fresh fruit. Enjoy!

how to serve Mango Strawberry Sunset Cupcakes

Serve these cupcakes on a beautiful platter or cake stand to showcase their colors. They make a delightful addition to any dessert table. You can also pair them with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a glass of fresh fruit juice for an extra sweet treat.

how to store Mango Strawberry Sunset Cupcakes

Store the cupcakes in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days. If you want to keep them longer, you can refrigerate them for up to a week. For the best flavor and texture, let the cupcakes sit at room temperature for a while before serving.

tips to make Mango Strawberry Sunset Cupcakes

  • Make sure the butter is softened for easy mixing.
  • Use fresh, ripe fruit for the best flavors.
  • Adjust the amount of food coloring as needed to achieve your desired look.
  • If you don’t have mango puree, you can blend fresh mango or use canned puree.

variation

You can try different fruit purees such as peach or pineapple if you want a twist. For the buttercream, using chocolate or cream cheese frosting can also be delightful alternatives.

FAQs

Can I use other fruits for the filling?

Yes! You can use other fruit jams like raspberry or blueberry as a filling for your cupcakes.

Can I make the cupcakes in advance?

Sure! You can bake the cupcakes a day ahead and store them properly. Frost them just before serving for the best results.

What if I don’t have a piping bag?

If you don’t have a piping bag, you can cut a small hole in the corner of a ziplock bag and use it to pipe the frosting onto the cupcakes.

Mango Strawberry Sunset Cupcakes

Vibrant, fruity cupcakes filled with tangy strawberry jam and topped with colorful buttercream, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Baked Goods
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Cupcake Ingredients
  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter, softened for the cupcake batter
  • 2 large eggs
  • 0.5 cup milk
  • 0.5 cup mango puree fresh or canned
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1.5 tsp baking powder
  • 0.5 cup strawberry jam for filling
Buttercream Ingredients
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened for buttercream
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 0.25 cup heavy cream
  • to taste food coloring (yellow, red, and white)
  • for garnish fresh fruit

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake tin with paper liners.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add eggs, milk, mango puree, and vanilla extract; mix until well combined.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together flour and baking powder. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture until just combined.
Baking
  1. Fill each cupcake liner about 2/3 full with batter and bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  2. Let cupcakes cool completely.
Filling and Frosting
  1. Once cooled, create a small hole in the center of each cupcake and fill it with strawberry jam.
  2. For the buttercream, beat together softened butter and powdered sugar. Add heavy cream and mix until fluffy. Divide into three bowls.
  3. Color one bowl with yellow, another with red, and leave one white.
  4. Use a piping bag to swirl the colored buttercream onto the cupcakes.
  5. Garnish with fresh fruit.
  6. Enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 48gProtein: 3gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 30g

Notes

Make sure the butter is softened for easy mixing. Use fresh, ripe fruit for the best flavors. Adjust the amount of food coloring as needed to achieve your desired look. If you don’t have mango puree, you can blend fresh mango or use canned puree.

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