PINEAPPLE MARZIPAN CUPCAKES

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The marzipan is subtle in these cupcakes, but oh so good. I've also made this recipe in a loaf pan. -Johnna Johnson, Scottsdale, Arizona

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 50m

Yield 16 cupcakes.

Number Of Ingredients 13

3/4 cup butter, softened
1 package (7 ounces) marzipan, crumbled
1/2 cup sugar
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
3 large eggs, room temperature
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 can (8 ounces) crushed pineapple, drained
TOPPING:
8 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped
2 tablespoons butter
Pineapple tidbits, patted dry

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Line 16 muffin cups with paper or foil liners. , In a large bowl, beat butter, marzipan and sugars until blended. Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in vanilla. In another bowl, whisk flour and baking powder; gradually beat into butter mixture. Fold in crushed pineapple. Fill prepared cups two-thirds full. Bake 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool in pans 10 minutes before removing to wire racks to cool completely., In a small heavy saucepan, melt chocolate and butter over very low heat; stir until smooth. Cool slightly until mixture thickens to a spreading consistency. Spread over cupcakes. Top with pineapple.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 326 calories, Fat 17g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 66mg cholesterol, Sodium 136mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (26g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

somrat Hossain ali 670
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These cupcakes are the best I've ever had.


Hope Hope
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I would recommend this recipe to anyone.


Khalifa Boughezala
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These cupcakes are so easy to make.


Chris G
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I love the way these cupcakes look.


Anus Kha
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This recipe is a keeper.


Caroline Shiimi
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Thanks for sharing this recipe!


b Radical
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I can't wait to try more recipes from this website.


Good Baab
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These cupcakes are perfect for a special occasion.


Mnaseer naseer
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I would definitely make these cupcakes again.


Rosalva Mata
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These cupcakes are very rich, so a little goes a long way.


Ntobeko Sifiso
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I had some trouble finding marzipan, but I was able to substitute almond paste and it worked out great.


Olaniyan Ayomide
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I found the marzipan to be a bit overpowering, but the cupcakes were still enjoyable.


Mr Sanan
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These cupcakes were a bit too sweet for my taste, but they were still very good.


Naime Bb
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I followed the recipe exactly and the cupcakes turned out perfectly. They were a big hit with my friends.


Neeraj Malla
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My family loved these cupcakes! They're the perfect treat for any occasion.


Nishan Ahamed
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These cupcakes are so moist and flavorful. The pineapple and marzipan combination is perfect.


Rema Godly
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I made these cupcakes for a potluck and they were gone in minutes! Everyone loved them.


Ana Tamayo
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These cupcakes were easy to make and turned out beautifully. I love the addition of marzipan, it gives them a unique and delicious flavor.


Prince Ansarul
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I've never been a fan of marzipan, but these cupcakes changed my mind. The marzipan was perfectly balanced with the pineapple and the cupcakes were moist and fluffy.


Lisa Bhagwandin
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These pineapple marzipan cupcakes were a hit at my last dinner party! The combination of sweet pineapple and nutty marzipan was divine.