Pineapple Cream Cupcakes
Pineapple Cream Cupcakes are a tropical treat that infuses your day with sunshine! These fluffy cupcakes, filled with crushed pineapple and topped with a light whipped cream frosting, offer a delightful burst of flavor in every bite. Perfect for summer picnics, birthday parties, or simply indulging yourself, this easy-to-follow recipe will impress friends and family alike. Enjoy the taste of paradise right from your kitchen!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 12 cupcakes 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tropical
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup crushed fresh pineapple (well-drained)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ¼ cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat softened butter and eggs until creamy. Mix in crushed pineapple.
- Gradually combine the dry ingredients with the wet mixture until just mixed.
- Fill muffin tins two-thirds full and bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- While cooling, whip heavy cream with powdered sugar until soft peaks form. Frost cooled cupcakes generously.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (65g)
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg