Description

Indulge in the delightful taste of Neapolitan Ice Cream Cupcakes, a whimsical treat that beautifully combines the classic flavors of vanilla, strawberry, and chocolate in a charming cupcake form. These colorful desserts are perfect for birthdays, summer picnics, or any festive occasion. With easy preparation steps and customizable toppings, these cupcakes not only look stunning but also offer a delicious flavor explosion that will impress your family and friends. Serve them on a cupcake stand or in ice cream cones for a fun twist, and watch as everyone’s eyes light up with joy. Ready to bring smiles to your next gathering? Let’s get baking!

Ingredients

Scale

3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/4 cups caster sugar
3 tsp baking powder
1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
2 large eggs
1 1/2 cups whole milk
Cocoa powder, strawberry essence, pink food dye for flavoring
Fluffy vanilla buttercream frosting for decoration

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
In one bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, cocoa powder, and salt.
In another bowl, beat softened butter and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time followed by milk, oil, yogurt, and vanilla; mix until smooth.
Gradually combine dry ingredients with wet mixture until just combined.
Divide the batter into three bowls: one for chocolate (add cocoa), one for strawberry (add essence and food dye), and leave one as vanilla.
Layer the batters in each cupcake liner to create a marbled effect.
Bake for 20–25 minutes until a toothpick comes clean. Cool completely before frosting.

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

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cupcake (75g)
Calories: 250
Sugar: 18g
Sodium: 150mg
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 36g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 40mg

Keywords: Use room temperature ingredients for better mixing results. Don’t overmix the batter; this keeps your cupcakes fluffy. Feel free to add your favorite toppings like sprinkles or fruit to personalize the cupcakes.