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Pineapple Cream Cupcakes

Pineapple Cream Cupcakes: Sweet Tropical Bliss in Every Bite

These Pineapple Cream Cupcakes are a delightful tropical treat, blending sweet pineapple with creamy frosting for a burst of flavor in every bite.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 22 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 52 minutes
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Tropical
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 box Yellow Cake Mix Substitute with gluten-free cake mix if desired
  • 1/2 cup Cooled Melted Butter Ensure it’s cooled to prevent cooking the eggs
  • 3 large Eggs Use room temperature for better mixing
  • 1 cup Crushed Pineapple (with juice) Fresh pineapple can be used, finely crushed
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Coconut extract can be used for a tropical twist
For the Frosting
  • 8 oz Softened Cream Cheese Let it soften to room temperature for easy mixing
  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar Adjust based on desired sweetness
  • 2 tablespoons Milk/Cream Add as needed for consistency
For Decoration
  • 12 pieces Cherries Optional, but enhances presentation
  • 1 cup Colorful Sprinkles Optional, adds fun to the cupcakes

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Cupcake Pans
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • Ice Cream Scoop
  • Piping bag

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line your cupcake pans with paper liners.
  2. Sift the yellow cake mix in a bowl to break up lumps and aerate it.
  3. Combine melted butter, room temperature eggs, crushed pineapple with juice, and vanilla extract in a large bowl and whisk until smooth.
  4. Gradually stir in the sifted cake mix until the batter is smooth and free of lumps.
  5. Fill each cupcake liner about three-quarters full with batter.
  6. Bake for 17 to 22 minutes, checking for doneness around 17 minutes.
  7. Cool the cupcakes in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. Beat together softened cream cheese and butter until smooth, then add powdered sugar and vanilla for frosting consistency.
  9. Frost the cooled cupcakes generously with the creamy frosting.
  10. Top with a cherry and colorful sprinkles for decoration.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupcakeCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 75mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure room temperature ingredients for better mixing. Do not overmix the batter to maintain fluffiness. Adjust sweetness to taste based on powdered sugar in frosting.

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