Description
Tropical Mango Vanilla Cupcakes are a delightful treat that brings a taste of paradise to your kitchen. With their moist, buttery texture and the sweet, refreshing combination of fresh mango and creamy vanilla, these cupcakes are perfect for any occasion, from birthday celebrations to casual summer picnics. The addition of coconut adds a tropical twist that enhances their flavor profile. Topped with luscious mango buttercream, each bite is a heavenly experience that will leave your guests raving. Easy to make with common ingredients, this recipe is ideal for bakers of all skill levels looking to impress with a delicious dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 heaping cup fresh diced mango
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg (or applesauce)
- 1/4 cup coconut yogurt
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with liners.
- In one bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix melted butter and sugar until smooth. Add egg (or applesauce), yogurt, milk, and vanilla; stir until combined.
- Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet mixture without overmixing.
- Fold in diced mango gently.
- Fill cupcake liners about two-thirds full and bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool before frosting with mango buttercream made by mixing room-temperature butter and mango reduction with powdered sugar.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (60g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg