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Margarita Cupcakes

Margarita Cupcakes: Zesty Tequila Treats for Celebrations

Indulge in Margarita Cupcakes, a delightful dessert combining zesty lime and tequila for a refreshing twist on traditional treats.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 24 minutes
Total Time 44 minutes
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Course: DESSERTS
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cupcakes
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Provides structure and texture for fluffy Margarita Cupcakes.
  • 1 tbsp Baking Powder A leavening agent that helps the cupcakes rise.
  • 1 tsp Salt Enhances overall flavor.
  • 1 stick Butter Room temperature.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Delivers sweetness and improves cupcake texture.
  • 2 large Eggs Room temperature.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Lime Juice Infuses zesty tanginess.
  • 0.5 cup Milk Room temperature.
  • 1 tbsp Tequila Gives these cupcakes the signature margarita flavor.
For the Lime Buttercream Frosting
  • 1 stick Butter Room temperature.
  • 2 cups Confectioner's Sugar Provides sweetness and structure.
  • 5 tbsp Fresh Lime Juice Adds delightful tang.
  • 1 tbsp Sanding Sugar For decoration.
  • 1 pinch Kosher Salt Enhances flavor.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • measuring cup
  • mixer
  • Muffin pan
  • cupcake liners

Method
 

Cupcake Directions
  1. Whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl until well combined, then set aside.
  2. Combine milk and lime juice in a measuring cup and let sit for 5-10 minutes until it curdles.
  3. Cream butter and sugar in a bowl on medium-high speed until fluffy and pale, about 2 minutes.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  5. Gradually add flour and milk mixtures in alternating batches, mixing until just combined.
  6. Divide batter into muffin pan lined with cupcake liners. Bake at 350°F for 18-24 minutes.
  7. Brush warm cupcakes with tequila after baking.
  8. Beat softened butter for buttercream until fluffy, adding confectioner's sugar and lime juice until smooth.
  9. Pipe frosting onto cooled cupcakes and garnish with sanding sugar or salt.
  10. Enjoy immediately or store in an airtight container.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupcakeCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 33gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 85mgSugar: 18gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For a non-alcoholic version, omit tequila and use additional lime juice or club soda.

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