Margarita Cupcakes with Key Lime Icing
Margarita cupcakes are a fun and refreshing twist on the classic cocktail, perfect for parties and special occasions.
This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 65 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 14.
Margarita Cupcakes with Key Lime Icing
Ingredients
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
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In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
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Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
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Stir in the key lime juice, lime zest, and tequila.
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In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt.
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Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk.
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Fill the cupcake liners 3/4 full with the batter.
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Bake for 15-18 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Allow the cupcakes to cool completely.
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In another mixing bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, key lime juice, lime zest, and green food coloring until smooth.
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Spread the icing over the cooled cupcakes.
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Let the icing set for about 10 minutes before serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Servings 12
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 280kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 12g19%
- Total Carbohydrate 40g14%
- Sugars 30g
- Protein 3g6%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.
