Delicious Pineapple Cupcakes with Fluffy Buttercream Frosting

Enjoy these scrumptious Pineapple Cupcakes topped with a velvety smooth Buttercream Frosting. This delicious dessert combines the tropical flavors of pineapple with the rich sweetness of buttercream to create a heavenly treat that everyone will love. These cupcakes are perfect for birthdays, parties, or any special occasion. Get ready to indulge in a pineapple paradise!

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup pineapple juice
• 1/4 cup crushed pineapple, drained
• For the Buttercream Frosting:
• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 4 cups powdered sugar
• 1/4 cup milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Yellow food coloring (optional)

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with paper liners.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
3. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated 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 pineapple juice. Begin and end with the dry ingredients.
6. Gently fold in the crushed pineapple.
7. Fill each cupcake liner about 2/3 full with the batter.
8. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
9. Remove the cupcakes from the oven and let them cool completely on a wire rack.
10. For the Buttercream Frosting:
11. In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy.
12. Gradually add the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract. Beat until smooth and fluffy.
13. If desired, add a few drops of yellow food coloring to achieve a pineapple-like color.
14. Transfer the frosting to a piping bag fitted with a decorative tip.
15. Pipe the frosting onto the cooled cupcakes, starting from the edge and working your way towards the center.
16. Garnish with a pineapple slice or sprinkle with coconut flakes, if desired.
17. Serve and enjoy these delectable Pineapple Cupcakes!

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