Description

Neapolitan Ice Cream Cupcakes are a delightful and visually stunning dessert that brings together the classic flavors of vanilla, strawberry, and chocolate in a fun, cupcake form. Perfect for any celebration or casual gathering, these cupcakes feature fluffy batter infused with each flavor, topped with creamy frosting that mirrors the beloved ice cream trio. With their vibrant colors and rich flavors, they are sure to impress kids and adults alike. Elevate your next event with these easy-to-make treats that not only taste amazing but also look gorgeous on any dessert table.

Ingredients

Scale

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
1/2 cup vegetable oil
2 tbsp Greek yoghurt (or sour cream)
1 tsp vanilla extract or vanilla bean paste
2 tbsp cocoa powder for batter and another 2 in frosting
1 tsp strawberry essence for frosting and batter
2–3 drops pink food dye in batter and frosting
Red candy balls to mimic cherries (or you could maraschino cherries)
10 Vanilla wafer biscuits cut into little wedges
Chocolate sprinkles
A batch of fluffy vanilla buttercream frosting

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line muffin tin with cupcake liners.
In one bowl, mix flour, baking powder, and salt. In another bowl, cream butter and sugar until fluffy; add eggs one by one.
Incorporate milk, oil, yogurt, and vanilla into the creamed mixture.
Gradually combine dry ingredients with wet until just mixed.
Divide batter into three bowls; flavor one with cocoa powder for chocolate and another with strawberry essence and pink food dye.
Fill muffin liners with the flavored batters.
Bake for 20-25 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool completely before frosting.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cupcake (60g)
Calories: 210
Sugar: 18g
Sodium: 150mg
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 32g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 35mg

Keywords: Use room temperature ingredients for better mixing. Experiment with different extracts to customize flavors. For easier frosting application, use piping bags.