Description
Margarita Cupcakes with Tequila Lime Frosting are a festive twist on the classic cocktail, transforming vibrant lime and tequila flavors into moist, fluffy cupcakes. Each bite delivers a refreshing burst of citrus, complemented by a creamy, tequila-infused frosting that strikes the perfect balance between sweetness and tanginess. These delightful treats are perfect for summer gatherings, birthdays, or simply celebrating life.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- Zest of 2 limes
- ¼ cup tequila
- 2 cups powdered sugar (for frosting)
- ¼ cup heavy cream (for frosting)
- 2 tbsp lime juice (for frosting)
- 2 tbsp tequila (for frosting)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake tray with liners.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream softened butter until fluffy; gradually add sugar, then mix in eggs one at a time.
- Stir in lime zest, lime juice, and tequila until well combined.
- Gradually mix dry ingredients into wet ingredients until just combined.
- Fill cupcake liners two-thirds full and bake for about 18–20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- For the frosting, beat together powdered sugar, heavy cream, lime juice, and tequila until smooth. Frost cooled cupcakes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (60g)
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg