Pineapple Cupcakes with Pineapple Frosting
These light and fluffy pineapple cupcakes are bursting with tropical sweetness and topped with creamy pineapple frosting, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
For the Cupcakes
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened Ensure butter is at room temperature
- 2 pieces eggs Use room temperature eggs
- 1/2 cup buttermilk Don't skip the buttermilk for best flavor
- 1 cup crushed pineapple, drained Use fresh for best flavor, canned should be well-drained
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Frosting
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup crushed pineapple, drained
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well between each addition.
- Blend in the buttermilk, crushed pineapple, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Spoon the batter into the cupcake liners, filling each about 2/3 full.
Baking
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow them to cool in the tin for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Frosting and Serving
- While the cupcakes cool, prepare the frosting by beating the softened butter until creamy.
- Gradually add powdered sugar, mixing until smooth.
- Fold in the crushed pineapple and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Once the cupcakes are completely cooled, generously frost them with the pineapple frosting.
Notes
Store cupcakes in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days. For longer storage, refrigerate or freeze them without frosting.