Southern Hummingbird Cupcakes Recipe Sweet Pea's Kitchen from sweetpeaskitchen.com
Introduction
Cupcakes are everyone's favorite dessert, and hummingbird cupcakes are a perfect choice for a special occasion. This recipe is a classic Southern dessert that originated in Jamaica. It's a combination of banana, pineapple, and pecans and is topped with a cream cheese frosting.
Ingredients
For the cupcakes, you'll need:
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup buttermilk
1 ripe banana, mashed
1/2 cup crushed pineapple, drained
1/2 cup chopped pecans
For the cream cheese frosting, you'll need:
8 oz. cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
4 cups powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and line a muffin pan with cupcake liners. 2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. 3. In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. 4. Beat in the eggs, one at a time, and then the vanilla extract. 5. Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, alternating with the buttermilk, until everything is combined. 6. Fold in the mashed banana, crushed pineapple, and chopped pecans. 7. Fill the cupcake liners about 2/3 full with the batter. 8. Bake the cupcakes for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. 9. Let the cupcakes cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. For the cream cheese frosting: 1. In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese and butter until smooth and creamy. 2. Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, beating until everything is well combined. 3. Once the cupcakes are completely cooled, frost them with the cream cheese frosting. 4. You can decorate them with sliced banana, chopped pecans, or shredded coconut.
Nutrition
These hummingbird cupcakes are not exactly a healthy snack, but they are a delicious treat to indulge in every once in a while. Here's the approximate nutrition information for one cupcake:
Calories: 430
Total Fat: 21g
Saturated Fat: 11g
Cholesterol: 75mg
Sodium: 220mg
Total Carbohydrates: 59g
Dietary Fiber: 1g
Total Sugars: 46g
Protein: 4g
Conclusion
Hummingbird cupcakes are a perfect dessert for any occasion. They are easy to make and have a unique flavor that everyone will love. The combination of banana, pineapple, and pecans is truly delicious, and the cream cheese frosting is the perfect complement to the cupcakes. So, why not try this recipe and enjoy these delicious cupcakes with your family and friends?
