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Mango Tango Summer Cupcakes

Mango Tango Summer Cupcakes for a Tropical Sweet Escape

Indulge in vibrant Mango Tango Summer Cupcakes, a tropical treat perfect for gatherings and customizable with various flavors.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Tropical
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cupcake Batter
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Can be replaced with gluten-free flour.
  • 1 cup granulated sugar No substitutions recommended.
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder Ensure it's fresh.
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt Use sea salt or kosher salt.
  • 3 large eggs Room temperature.
  • 1 cup mango puree Can substitute with pineapple or passion fruit.
  • 1 cup coconut milk Full-fat is recommended.
For the Coconut Frosting
  • 0.5 cup butter Softened, at room temperature.
  • 2 cups powdered sugar Avoid substitutions.
  • 1 teaspoon coconut extract Use vanilla extract if needed.
  • unsweetened coconut flakes Adds texture, sprinkle on top.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Cupcake pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Spatula
  • piping bag

Method
 

Baking Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a cupcake pan with liners.
  2. Mix together the dry ingredients: all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.
  3. Beat the wet ingredients: eggs, mango puree, and coconut milk until smooth.
  4. Combine the wet and dry mixtures until just combined, avoiding overmixing.
  5. Fill the cupcake liners about two-thirds full with batter.
  6. Bake for 18-20 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean and cupcakes spring back.
  7. Let the cupcakes cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  8. Cream together butter, powdered sugar, and coconut extract for frosting.
  9. Frost the cooled cupcakes with coconut frosting using a piping bag or spatula.
  10. Sprinkle unsweetened coconut flakes on top of the frosting.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupcakeCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Avoid overmixing the batter and use room temperature ingredients for optimal results.

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