Description
Pineapple Cupcakes with Cherry Buttercream are a delightful tropical treat that will transport your taste buds to paradise. These fluffy cupcakes are infused with sweet pineapple flavor, perfectly complemented by a silky cherry buttercream frosting that adds a pop of color and sweetness. Ideal for summer gatherings or any festive occasion, this recipe is quick and easy, making it suitable for bakers of all levels. Let these vibrant cupcakes bring joy and flavor to your celebrations!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsweetened pineapple juice
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- ½ cup cherry preserves
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1–3 tbsp milk (to desired frosting consistency)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with colorful cupcake liners.
- In one bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and a pinch of salt. In another bowl, cream softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Gradually add the pineapple juice into the butter mixture, alternating with the dry ingredients until just combined.
- Fill each cupcake liner two-thirds full with batter and bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- While cooling, beat together softened butter and powdered sugar to create the cherry buttercream. Add cherry preserves and enough milk to achieve desired consistency.
- Once cooled, frost cupcakes generously with cherry buttercream.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (70g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 185mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 50mg