Neapolitan Cupcakes

Neapolitan Cupcakes
105 min.
24
367kcal

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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. With a rich chocolate base, a fluffy white layer, and a sweet strawberry topping, each bite is a harmonious blend of flavors that will transport you back to childhood ice cream parlors.

These cupcakes are incredibly easy to make, thanks to the convenience of a boxed cake mix, yet they offer a homemade touch that will impress your family and friends. The addition of almond extract enhances the flavor profile, making these cupcakes truly special. Topped with a trio of Betty Whipped frostings, they are as fun to decorate as they are to eat. The colorful candy sprinkles and miniature chocolate chips add a festive flair, making them perfect for birthday parties, celebrations, or simply a sweet treat to brighten your day.

Ready in just 105 minutes, these Neapolitan Cupcakes yield 24 servings, making them ideal for sharing. Whether you’re a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, this recipe is sure to become a favorite. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to create a batch of these scrumptious cupcakes that everyone will love!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 teaspoon almond extract 
  • 12 oz chocolate frosting 
  • 12 oz fluffy frosting 
  • 12 oz fluffy frosting white
  • 24 servings m&m candies assorted
  • 0.5 cup semisweet chocolate chips miniature
  • 24 servings semisweet chocolate chips miniature
  • 0.3 cup cocoa powder unsweetened
  • 0.5 teaspoon vanilla 
  • box cake mix white

Equipment

  • bowl
  • oven
  • muffin liners

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350F (325F 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

Calories367kcal
Protein2.47%
Fat33.36%
Carbs64.17%

Properties

Glycemic Index
3.58
Glycemic Load
8.28
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
4.1726086470096%

Flavonoids

Catechin
0.58mg
Epicatechin
1.76mg
Quercetin
0.09mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:367.06kcal
18.35%
Fat:13.78g
21.2%
Saturated Fat:5.59g
34.97%
Carbohydrates:59.64g
19.88%
Net Carbohydrates:58.06g
21.11%
Sugar:46.73g
51.92%
Cholesterol:2.61mg
0.87%
Sodium:238.38mg
10.36%
Alcohol:0.06g
100%
Alcohol %:0.08%
100%
Caffeine:7.44mg
2.48%
Protein:2.3g
4.6%
Phosphorus:110.9mg
11.09%
Manganese:0.19mg
9.57%
Vitamin B2:0.14mg
8.23%
Copper:0.15mg
7.69%
Iron:1.35mg
7.5%
Calcium:71.4mg
7.14%
Fiber:1.58g
6.3%
Vitamin E:0.88mg
5.85%
Magnesium:20.55mg
5.14%
Vitamin K:4.72µg
4.49%
Folate:17.78µg
4.44%
Selenium:2.62µg
3.74%
Vitamin B1:0.05mg
3.6%
Vitamin B3:0.66mg
3.32%
Potassium:98.26mg
2.81%
Zinc:0.38mg
2.52%
Vitamin B5:0.1mg
1.03%