Mango Strawberry Sunset Cupcakes Recipe

Introduction

Mango Strawberry Sunset Cupcakes are a delightful treat that combines tropical mango and sweet strawberry flavors in a beautiful swirl of frosting. These moist cupcakes are filled with strawberry jam and topped with a vibrant, colorful frosting that looks as good as it tastes.

Ingredients

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

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
2. Step 2: In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
3. Step 3: In another bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Step 4: Beat in eggs and vanilla extract. Then mix in milk and mango purée until combined.
5. Step 5: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
6. Step 6: Fill each cupcake liner about ¾ full. Bake for 18–20 minutes, or until cupcakes are golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let cool completely.
7. Step 7: Once cooled, use a piping bag or a small knife to create a small hole in the center of each cupcake and fill it with strawberry jam.
8. Step 8: To make the frosting, beat the softened butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar, beating well after each addition.
9. Step 9: Add vanilla extract and heavy cream, mixing until the frosting is smooth and fluffy.
10. Step 10: Divide the frosting evenly into three bowls. Leave one plain (white), add mango purée to the second (yellow-orange), and add strawberry purée to the third (pink-red).
11. Step 11: Place each colored frosting side-by-side in a single piping bag to create a beautiful “sunset swirl” effect.
12. Step 12: Pipe the frosting onto each cupcake in swirls, covering the top completely.
13. Step 13: Optional: Garnish cupcakes with a small slice of fresh strawberry or mango for extra color and flavor.

Tips & Variations

• For extra tropical flavor, substitute mango purée with fresh passionfruit purée in the frosting.
• If fresh mango is not available, canned mango purée works just as well and is great for consistent flavor.
• Use a small round tip or remove the tip entirely on your piping bag to get the perfect sunset swirl effect with multi-colored frosting.
• Try adding a teaspoon of lemon zest to the cupcake batter for a bright citrus note.
• For a dairy-free version, substitute butter with coconut oil and use a dairy-free milk alternative.

Storage

Store the cupcakes in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. For longer storage, keep them in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Let refrigerated cupcakes come to room temperature before serving for the best texture. You can also freeze unfrosted cupcakes for up to 3 months; thaw completely before adding frosting.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use different fruit purees for the frosting?

Yes, you can substitute mango and strawberry purées with other fruit purees like raspberry, blueberry, or peach to create different flavor combinations and vibrant colors.

How do I prevent the frosting colors from mixing too much?

Place each colored frosting side-by-side carefully in the piping bag without overfilling it. This helps maintain distinct colors and creates a beautiful swirl effect when piped.

Mango Strawberry Sunset Cupcakes Recipe

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These Mango Strawberry Sunset Cupcakes are delightful treats featuring a moist mango-infused vanilla base, filled with sweet strawberry jam, and topped with a beautifully swirled, tri-colored frosting inspired by a sunset. Perfect for summer parties or a fresh twist on classic cupcakes.

• Author: Tara
• Prep Time: 20 minutes
• Cook Time: 20 minutes
• Total Time: 40 minutes
• Yield: 12 cupcakes 1x
• Category: Dessert
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: American
• Diet: Vegetarian

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)

Filling

• ¼ cup strawberry jam

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 and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners to ensure easy removal and even baking.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. This helps distribute the leavening agents evenly.
3. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a separate bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, creating a perfect base for the cupcakes.
4. Add Eggs and Flavoring: Beat in the eggs one at a time along with vanilla extract, then mix in the milk and mango purée to infuse a fruity flavor.
5. Combine Dry and Wet Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, folding gently until just combined to keep the batter airy.
6. Fill and Bake: Fill the cupcake liners about three-quarters full with batter and bake for 18–20 minutes, or until the cupcakes are golden and a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Let them cool completely.
7. Fill Cupcakes: Using a piping bag or small knife, hollow out the center of each cooled cupcake and fill with strawberry jam for a juicy surprise inside.
8. Make Frosting: Beat the softened butter until creamy, then gradually add powdered sugar. Mix in vanilla extract and heavy cream until smooth and fluffy, creating a perfect frosting base.
9. Prepare Colors: Divide the frosting equally into three bowls. Leave one plain (white/vanilla), mix mango purée into the second for a vibrant yellow-orange color, and mix strawberry purée into the third for a pink-red hue.
10. Create Sunset Swirl: Place the three differently colored frostings side-by-side into a piping bag to achieve a beautiful sunset swirl effect when piped.
11. Frost Cupcakes: Pipe the tri-colored frosting onto the cupcakes in swirls, covering them generously with the sunset-themed design.
12. Garnish (Optional): Add a small slice of fresh strawberry or mango on top of each cupcake for an extra touch of elegance and flavor.

Notes

• Use fresh or canned mango purée for the best flavor; ensure purée is smooth for easier mixing.
• Allow cupcakes to cool completely before filling and frosting to prevent melting.
• For a dairy-free frosting, substitute butter with a plant-based alternative and use coconut cream instead of heavy cream.
• If desired, the strawberry jam can be warmed slightly to make filling easier to pipe.
• To create a more vibrant frosting, add a drop of food coloring along with the purées if natural colors appear muted.

Keywords: Mango cupcakes, Strawberry jam filling, Sunset swirl frosting, Summer cupcakes, Fruit flavored cupcakes