Delicious Homemade Neapolitan Cupcakes Recipe

Indulge in the classic flavors of Neapolitan ice cream with these delectable homemade Neapolitan cupcakes. These moist and fluffy cupcakes are layered with three different flavors - chocolate, vanilla, and strawberry. Topped with a creamy buttercream frosting, these cupcakes are a perfect treat for any occasion. Follow this easy recipe to whip up a batch of these delightful Neapolitan cupcakes in no time.

Ingredients

• For the Cupcakes:
• - 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
• - 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
• - ¼ teaspoon salt
• - ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
• - 1 cup granulated sugar
• - 2 large eggs
• - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• - ½ cup whole milk
• - 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
• - 2 tablespoons strawberry preserves
• For the Buttercream Frosting:
• - 1 ½ cups unsalted butter, softened
• - 4 cups powdered sugar
• - 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• - 2 tablespoons whole milk
• - Pinch of salt
• - Food coloring (optional)

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a cupcake pan with cupcake liners.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk. Mix until just combined.
6. Divide the batter into three equal parts. Leave one part plain. Add cocoa powder to the second part and mix until fully incorporated. Add strawberry preserves to the third part and mix until fully incorporated.
7. Spoon a small amount of each batter into each cupcake liner, layering the flavors. Fill each liner about 2/3 full.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean.
9. Remove from the oven and let the cupcakes cool in the pan for 5 minutes. Then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
10. In the meantime, prepare the buttercream frosting. In a large bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar, vanilla extract, milk, and salt. Continue beating until smooth and fluffy. Add food coloring if desired.
11. Once the cupcakes are completely cooled, frost them with the buttercream frosting using a piping bag or a spatula.
12. Serve and enjoy these delightful Neapolitan cupcakes!

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