Strawberry Margarita Cupcakes

The Margarita cocktail inspired the creation of these delicious cupcakes, combining the flavors of strawberry and lime with a hint of tequila.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 40 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 14.

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Strawberry Margarita Cupcakes

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American Courses: Baking, Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 20 min Total Time 40 mins

Servings: 12 Calories: 3600

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1.5 cup All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 2 large Eggs
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.5 cup Milk
• 0.5 cup Strawberry puree
• 2 tablespoon Tequila
• 2 tablespoon Lime juice
• 1.5 cup Powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon Lime zest
• 0.5 cup Fresh strawberries, sliced

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with liners.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a separate large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
5. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients, alternating with the milk and strawberry puree.
6. Stir in the tequila and lime juice.
7. Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners.
8. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
9. Remove the cupcakes from the oven and let cool completely.
10. In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar and lime zest.
11. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cupcakes and top with sliced strawberries.
12. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 300kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 12g19%

Total Carbohydrate 45g15%

Sugars 35g

Protein 3g6%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.