Strawberry Mango Cupcakes Recipe
These tropical-inspired cupcakes are moist, fruity, and bursting with the vibrant flavors of fresh strawberries and juicy mangoes. Perfect for summer parties, birthdays, or a refreshing dessert, they’re sure to wow both kids and adults alike. The light fruity frosting adds a luscious finishing touch!
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup mango purée fresh or canned
- ½ cup diced fresh strawberries
- ¼ cup milk
- For frosting: ½ cup butter 1 ½ cups powdered sugar, 2 tbsp strawberry puree, 1 tbsp mango puree
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with liners.
- In a bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla and mango purée.
- Gradually mix in dry ingredients, alternating with milk.
- Fold in diced strawberries gently with a spatula.
- Spoon batter into liners ¾ full and bake for 16–18 minutes.
- Let cupcakes cool completely before frosting.
- For frosting, beat butter until creamy, then mix in sugar and fruit purées until fluffy.
- Frost cooled cupcakes and garnish with fresh fruit if desired.
Notes
- Use ripe mangoes and strawberries for best flavor.
- Adjust frosting sweetness to taste.
- Store in the fridge for up to 3 days.