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Heavenly Neapolitan Cream Cupcakes

A delightful blend of chocolate, strawberry, and vanilla flavors in a simple cupcake recipe that's perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cupcakes
  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour Use standard all-purpose flour.
  • 1.5 tsp baking powder
  • 0.5 tsp salt Enhances flavor.
  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter, softened Ensure butter is at room temperature.
  • 1 cups sugar
  • 2 large eggs At room temperature for better mixing.
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 0.5 cups whole milk
  • 0.5 cups cocoa powder For the chocolate flavor.
For the Frosting
  • 1 cups heavy cream Chilled for best results.
  • 0.5 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 3 tbsp strawberry puree Store-bought or homemade.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Line a muffin tin with paper liners or grease the pan.
  3. In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  4. In another bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar together until fluffy (about 3-4 minutes).
  5. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients, alternating with the milk. Start and finish with the dry ingredients.
  7. Scoop 1/3 of the batter into another bowl and mix in the cocoa powder to create the chocolate batter.
  8. Alternate spooning the vanilla and chocolate batters into the muffin tin for a marbled effect.
Baking
  1. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  2. Let them cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Frosting
  1. In a chilled bowl, beat the heavy cream until soft peaks form.
  2. Add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, and beat until stiff peaks form.
  3. Fold in the strawberry puree until just combined.
Decoration
  1. Frost the cupcakes generously with the strawberry cream frosting.

Notes

Use quality ingredients for the best flavor. Can store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.