Margarita Cupcakes

Jun 02, 2023June 2, 20230 2
Tasty Margarita Cupcakes Recipe
in Dessert

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 package white cake mix ( no pudding in mix )
1 can frozen margarita mix , thawed ( undiluted )
3 egg whites
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 tablespoon finely grated lime zest
1 package icing , mix ( use creamy white buttercream )
1 teaspoon fresh lime juice
2 teaspoons finely grated lime zest
strawberry
lime twist

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
12
Calories
257
Sugar
27g
Fat
9g
Margarita Cupcakes fuse together the fun flavors of a margarita cocktail with the sweet and classic taste of a cupcake. A perfect dessert option for a Cinco de Mayo celebration, summer BBQ or a fun girls' night in, Margarita cupcakes are a great conversation starter. The tart lime and sweet frosting come together making for an incredibly tasty treat. And, the fresh garnish makes for a refreshing finishing touch. Follow the recipe above to create your own Margarita cupcakes.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 350°F (177°C) and line a cupcake pan with paper liners.
2.In a large bowl, mix together the white cake mix, egg whites, vegetable oil, lime zest, and margarita mix until smooth.
3.Evenly pour the batter into the lined cupcake pan, filling each cup about 2/3 full.
4.Bake for 15-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cupcakes comes out clean.
5.While the cupcakes are baking, mix together the pre-packaged buttercream icing, fresh lime juice, and lime zest until fully combined.
6.Once the cupcakes are cooled, frost them with the lime buttercream frosting and garnish each cupcake with a strawberry and lime twist.

PROS

These Margarita cupcakes are a unique twist on traditional cupcakes, with a sweet and tangy flavor that is sure to impress.

They’re easy to make and fun to decorate with the fresh lime and strawberry garnish.

CONS

Due to the margarita mix, these cupcakes may have a subtle alcoholic flavor which may not be suitable for all ages.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While cupcakes are typically not considered a healthy snack, the addition of fresh lime juice and zest can provide natural sources of Vitamin C and antioxidants.
Moderation and balance is key with all dessert options.

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