Passionfruit Cupcakes

Light, tropical, and irresistibly fruity, these passionfruit cupcakes bring a burst of sunshine to your dessert table! Infused with tangy passionfruit pulp in both the moist, tender cake and the luscious cream cheese frosting, each bite is a perfect balance of sweet and tart. With their vibrant flavor and delicate aroma, these cupcakes are easy to make—ready to bake in just 20 minutes—and an absolute showstopper for any occasion. Topped with a glossy drizzle of passionfruit or a sprinkling of fresh seeds, they’re as beautiful as they are delicious. Whether for a summer party or a midweek treat, these passionfruit cupcakes are sure to impress and satisfy every tropical dessert lover!

Nutriscore Rating: 40/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 200 g all-purpose flour
• 2 tsp baking powder
• 0.25 tsp salt
• 115 g unsalted butter (softened)
• 150 g granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 80 ml passionfruit pulp (fresh or canned)
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 120 ml whole milk
• 250 g powdered sugar (for frosting)
• 115 g cream cheese (softened, for frosting)
• 60 ml passionfruit pulp (for frosting)
• 50 g unsalted butter (softened for frosting)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with cupcake liners.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar together using an electric mixer until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 4

Add the eggs, one at a time, to the butter-sugar mixture, beating well after each addition.

Step 5

Mix in the passionfruit pulp and vanilla extract until well combined.

Step 6

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk, beginning and ending with the dry mixture. Mix just until combined; do not overmix.

Step 7

Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners, filling each about 2/3 full.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean.

Step 9

Allow the cupcakes to cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

To make the frosting, beat the cream cheese, softened butter, and passionfruit pulp together in a medium bowl until smooth.

Step 11

Gradually add the powdered sugar, beating until the frosting is fluffy and smooth. Adjust the consistency with extra powdered sugar if needed.

Step 12

Once the cupcakes are completely cooled, spread or pipe the frosting onto each cupcake.

Step 13

Garnish with a drizzle of additional passionfruit pulp or a fresh passionfruit seed on top, if desired. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1259.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4246.3

Total Fat 191.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 115.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 871.8mg	0%
Sodium 2109.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 602.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.1g	0%
Total Sugars 426.9g
Protein 49.4g	0%

Vitamin D 223.3IU	0%
Calcium 372.6mg	0%
Iron 13.9mg	0%
Potassium 1200.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 39.9%

Protein: 4.6%

Carbs: 55.6%