Neapolitan Ice Cream Cupcakes
Indulge in the delightful experience of Neapolitan Ice Cream Cupcakes, a charming and vibrant dessert that combines the classic flavors of vanilla, strawberry, and chocolate. Each cupcake is beautifully layered with fluffy cake and rich frosting, making them perfect for birthdays, summer picnics, or any festive occasion. Their playful presentation appeals to both kids and adults alike. With simple ingredients and straightforward steps, these cupcakes are accessible for bakers of all skill levels. Get ready to impress your guests with these stunning treats that not only look good but taste even better!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/4 cups caster sugar
- 3 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp fine salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 1/2 cups whole milk
- Cocoa powder, strawberry essence, pink food dye for flavoring
- Vanilla wafer biscuits for decoration
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a bowl, mix flour, baking powder, and salt; set aside.
- Beat softened butter with caster sugar until fluffy; add eggs one at a time.
- Gradually mix in flour mixture alternately with milk until just combined.
- Divide batter into three bowls: mix cocoa powder into one for chocolate flavor, strawberry essence with pink dye for another, and leave one as vanilla.
- Fill cupcake liners with layers of each batter—start with vanilla, then strawberry, and finish with chocolate.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes; cool completely on a rack before frosting.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (80g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
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