Pineapple Cupcakes
Indulge in the tropical delight of Pineapple Cupcakes, a sweet treat that brings sunshine to any occasion. These moist and buttery cupcakes are infused with the vibrant flavor of crushed pineapple, making them an irresistible dessert for birthdays, summer gatherings, or just a cozy evening at home. The light crumb and refreshing taste will have everyone reaching for seconds! Easy to make and customizable, this recipe is perfect for both novice bakers and seasoned pros looking to whip up something special. Top them with a luscious cream cheese frosting or whipped coconut cream for an extra layer of deliciousness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 21 minutes
- Total Time: 36 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 cupcakes 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tropical
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups crushed pineapple
- 1 egg (or flax egg or 1/4 cup water)
- 2 tsp white or cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp pure vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup oil (or additional crushed pineapple)
- 1 1/2 cups flour
- 3/4 tsp baking soda
- 3/4 tsp salt
- 3/4 tsp baking powder
- 1 cup sugar (or unrefined sugar)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Line a cupcake tin with liners or grease well.
- In a bowl, mix flour, baking soda, salt, and baking powder.
- In another bowl, whisk together crushed pineapple, egg (or flax egg), vinegar, vanilla extract, and oil until combined.
- Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and stir gently until just mixed.
- Divide batter evenly among prepared cupcake wells.
- Bake for about 21 minutes or until a toothpick comes out mostly clean.
- Allow cupcakes to cool completely before frosting.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (50g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
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