Description
Strawberry Mango Margarita Cupcakes combine the fruity sweetness of strawberries and mangoes with a hint of lime and optional tequila for a tropical, party-ready dessert. Topped with tangy cream cheese frosting, these cupcakes are the perfect mix of fun and flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1¾ cups all-purpose flour (measured correctly for fluffy texture)
- 1½ teaspoons baking powder (for perfect rise)
- ¼ teaspoon salt (balances sweetness)
- ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened (room temperature for easy creaming)
- 1 cup granulated sugar (sweetens and stabilizes structure)
- 2 large eggs (room temperature preferred)
- ½ cup fresh strawberries, pureed (for real berry flavor)
- ½ cup fresh mango, pureed (natural tropical sweetness)
- 2 tablespoons tequila (optional, adds authentic margarita flavor)
- 1 tablespoon lime zest (brightens and sharpens the flavor)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (warmth and balance)
- ¼ cup milk (moisture for a tender crumb)
- 2 cups powdered sugar (for frosting, smooth frosting base)
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened (for frosting, rich, tangy frosting texture)
- More strawberries and mango (as needed, for garnish, extra color and flavor for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Mix in pureed strawberries, mango, lime zest, vanilla extract, and tequila (if using).
- Alternate adding the dry ingredients and milk into the wet mixture, starting and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
- Divide the batter evenly among cupcake liners, filling each about 2/3 full.
- Bake for 18–22 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let cupcakes cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- To make the frosting, beat softened cream cheese until smooth, then gradually add powdered sugar and beat until fluffy.
- Frost cooled cupcakes and garnish with small pieces of fresh strawberry and mango.
Notes
- Tequila is optional—omit for a kid-friendly version.
- Ensure fruits are pureed smoothly for best texture.
- Let cupcakes cool completely before frosting to prevent melting.
- For extra flair, sprinkle lime zest or a pinch of salt on top of the frosting.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 110mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Strawberry Mango Cupcakes, Margarita Cupcakes, Tropical Cupcakes, Fruit Cupcake Recipe, Cream Cheese Frosting Cupcakes