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Mango Strawberry Sunset Cupcakes

Delightful Mango Strawberry Sunset Cupcakes for Any Occasion

These vibrant Mango Strawberry Sunset Cupcakes are a slice of tropical bliss, perfect for any gathering.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 58 minutes
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Tropical
Calories: 240

Ingredients
  

For the Cupcake Batter
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour or 1:1 gluten-free flour blend
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter or vegan butter
  • 1 cup granulated sugar or brown sugar
  • 3 large eggs or flax eggs for vegan option
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup ripe mango puree or canned/frozen mango
  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt or dairy-free yogurt
  • 1/2 cup mango juice fresh preferred
For the Strawberry Filling
  • 1 cup strawberry puree
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
For the Frosting
  • 3 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream or vegan cream substitutes
  • as needed food coloring

Equipment

  • Muffin tin
  • Mixing Bowls
  • whisk
  • Mixer
  • Piping Bag
  • Sharp Knife
  • Saucepan
  • ice cream scoop

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
  2. Whisk together all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a large bowl.
  3. Beat softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla extract.
  4. Incorporate ripe mango puree, Greek yogurt, and mango juice, then gradually mix in dry ingredients until just combined.
  5. Fill each paper liner two-thirds full with the batter, then bake for 16-18 minutes until golden brown.
  6. Prepare the strawberry filling by cooking strawberry puree and cornstarch over medium heat until thickened. Cool completely.
  7. Core the cooled cupcakes about an inch deep, creating pockets for the strawberry filling.
  8. Fill each cored cupcake with the strawberry mixture and replace the tops.
  9. Beat softened butter for frosting until fluffy, then add powdered sugar alternating with heavy cream until smooth.
  10. Color the frosting using food coloring and pipe onto cupcakes to resemble a sunset.
  11. Garnish with fresh fruit slices.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupcakeCalories: 240kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure that ingredients are at room temperature for optimal mixing. Cool cupcakes completely before frosting.

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