Key Lime Cupcakes
Key lime pie, which inspired this cupcake recipe, is the official state pie of Florida.
This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 70 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 12.
Key Lime Cupcakes
Ingredients
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with paper liners.
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In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
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In a separate large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
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Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the lime zest and lime juice.
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Gradually mix in the dry ingredients alternating with the milk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients.
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Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners, filling each about 2/3 full.
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Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean.
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Remove from the oven and let cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
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In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar and lime juice until smooth.
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If desired, add a few drops of green food coloring to the glaze and stir until well combined.
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Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cupcakes.
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Let the glaze set for 10-15 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 12
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 300kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 14g22%
- Total Carbohydrate 40g14%
- Sugars 30g
- Protein 2g4%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.
