Description
Indulge in the delightful Neapolitan Cream Cupcakes, a heavenly dessert that layers rich chocolate, creamy vanilla, and luscious strawberry jam in every bite. Topped with a light whipped cream frosting, these cupcakes not only please your taste buds but also add a vibrant touch to any gathering. Perfect for birthdays, parties, or simply a sweet treat at home, these mini cakes promise smiles from every guest.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup whole milk
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- ¼ cup cocoa powder
- ⅓ cup strawberry jam
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake tray with paper liners.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat the softened butter until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Incorporate milk and vanilla into the butter mixture. Divide the batter in half; mix cocoa powder into one half.
- Spoon a tablespoon of vanilla batter into each liner, followed by chocolate batter, then add a dollop of strawberry jam on top.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Allow cooling before frosting with whipped cream.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (45g)
- Calories: 175
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: For added flavor depth, consider using almond extract instead of vanilla. Swap dark chocolate for cocoa powder for a richer taste. Top with fresh fruit or colorful sprinkles for extra flair.