Neapolitan Cupcakes

Neapolitan Cupcakes
105 min.
24
288kcal

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Indulge your sweet tooth with these delightful Neapolitan Cupcakes, a perfect treat for any occasion! Combining the classic flavors of chocolate, vanilla, and strawberry, these cupcakes are not only visually stunning but also a deliciously satisfying dessert that will impress your family and friends.

Imagine biting into a soft, fluffy cupcake that features a rich chocolate base topped with layers of creamy frosting. The contrast of flavors and textures makes each bite a delightful experience. With a simple box mix as the foundation, you can easily elevate your baking game by adding almond and vanilla extracts, creating a depth of flavor that will have everyone asking for your secret.

These cupcakes are perfect for birthday parties, holiday gatherings, or just a sweet treat to brighten your day. The vibrant colors of the frosting and the playful candy sprinkles make them a feast for the eyes as well as the palate. Plus, with a yield of 24 cupcakes, there’s plenty to share—or to keep all to yourself!

So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to bake these scrumptious Neapolitan Cupcakes. They’re not just a dessert; they’re a celebration of flavors that will bring joy to any dessert table. Let’s get started on this sweet adventure!

Ingredients

  • box cake mix white
  • 0.5 teaspoon almond extract 
  • 0.5 teaspoon vanilla 
  • 0.3 cup cocoa powder unsweetened
  • 0.5 cup semisweet chocolate chips miniature
  • 12 oz chocolate frosting 
  • 12 oz fluffy frosting white
  • 12 oz fluffy frosting 
  • serving sprinkles assorted
  • serving semisweet chocolate chips miniature

Equipment

  • bowl
  • oven
  • muffin liners

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350°F (325°F for dark or nonstick pans).
  2. Place white paper baking cup in each of 24 regular-size muffin cups.
  3. Make cake mix as directed on box for cupcakes, using water, oil and egg whites and adding almond extract and vanilla.
  4. Pour half of batter into small bowl; stir in cocoa and 1/2 cup chocolate chips. Divide chocolate batter evenly among muffin cups. Carefully spoon white batter evenly over chocolate batter.
  5. Bake as directed on box. Cool 10 minutes.
  6. Remove cupcakes from pans to cooling racks. Cool completely, about 30 minutes.
  7. Frost cupcakes with a layer of chocolate frosting, white frosting and strawberry frosting. Decorate with candy sprinkles and additional chocolate chips.

Nutrition Facts

Calories288kcal
Protein2.08%
Fat30.55%
Carbs67.37%

Properties

Glycemic Index
3.58
Glycemic Load
8.28
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
3.8052173666656%

Flavonoids

Catechin
0.58mg
Epicatechin
1.76mg
Quercetin
0.09mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:287.97kcal
14.4%
Fat:9.93g
15.28%
Saturated Fat:3.23g
20.21%
Carbohydrates:49.27g
16.42%
Net Carbohydrates:48.17g
17.52%
Sugar:37.37g
41.53%
Cholesterol:0.3mg
0.1%
Sodium:228.09mg
9.92%
Alcohol:0.06g
100%
Alcohol %:0.1%
100%
Caffeine:6.62mg
2.21%
Protein:1.52g
3.05%
Phosphorus:108.41mg
10.84%
Manganese:0.18mg
8.94%
Vitamin B2:0.14mg
8.21%
Copper:0.14mg
7.1%
Iron:1.11mg
6.14%
Vitamin E:0.87mg
5.82%
Calcium:53.41mg
5.34%
Magnesium:18.87mg
4.72%
Folate:17.78µg
4.44%
Vitamin K:4.65µg
4.43%
Fiber:1.09g
4.37%
Selenium:2.54µg
3.63%
Vitamin B1:0.05mg
3.58%
Vitamin B3:0.66mg
3.28%
Potassium:92.82mg
2.65%
Zinc:0.35mg
2.35%