Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Guava Gel Preparation
- Combine 2 cups of guava juice and ½ cup of sugar in a saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium heat.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together ¼ cup of cornstarch and 3 tablespoons of water until smooth.
- Once the juice mixture is boiling, slowly stir in the cornstarch mixture, continuing to boil until thickened (about 1-2 minutes). Remove from heat and let cool in the refrigerator.
Cupcake Batter Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a mini cupcake pan with liners.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the strawberry cake mix, 1 cup of guava juice, and 3 room-temperature eggs. Add ⅓ cup of coconut oil. Mix on low speed until just combined, then increase to medium speed for 2 minutes until smooth.
- Fill each cupcake liner about one-third full.
Baking the Cupcakes
- Place the cupcake pan in the preheated oven and bake for 19-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Once done, remove from the oven and let cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Frosting Preparation
- In a mixing bowl, beat 6 ounces of softened cream cheese until fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Gradually add ¼ cup of sugar and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, blending until smooth.
- Gently fold in 6 ounces of thawed Cool Whip until just combined.
- Refrigerate the frosting until ready to use.
Assembling the Cupcakes
- Once the cupcakes are completely cool, generously spread the cream cheese frosting on top of each one.
- Refrigerate for about 15-20 minutes to allow the frosting to set.
- Spoon the cooled guava gel on top of each frosted cupcake.
Notes
Let the cupcakes chill for enhanced flavor and to help set the frosting perfectly.
