Margarita Cupcakes Lime Frosting (Print Version)
Fluffy cupcakes with fresh lime, topped with rich tequila cream cheese frosting for a bright finish.
# Ingredients:
→ Cupcake Batter
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170g unsalted butter, softened
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350g sugar
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3 tablespoons lime gelatin powder
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3 large eggs, room temperature
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342g cake flour
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8g baking powder
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3g baking soda
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3g salt
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296g buttermilk
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57g fresh lime juice
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68g vegetable oil (e.g., canola oil)
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Zest of 2 limes
→ Tequila Cream Cheese Frosting
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226g unsalted butter, softened
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453g full-fat cream cheese, softened
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Zest of 1 lime
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690g to 747g powdered sugar
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3g salt
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2 tablespoons tequila
# Steps:
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and insert paper cupcake liners into the cupcake pans.
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In a medium bowl, whisk together the cake flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt for 30 seconds. Set aside.
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In another bowl, mix buttermilk, vegetable oil, lime juice, and lime zest. Set aside.
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In the bowl of a stand mixer, beat the butter at medium speed until smooth. Gradually add sugar and lime gelatin powder, mixing for 3 to 5 minutes until light and fluffy.
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Add the eggs one at a time, beating on low speed after each addition until fully combined.
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With the mixer on low speed, alternately add the flour mixture and buttermilk mixture, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just incorporated without over-mixing.
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Scoop approximately 60ml (¼ cup) of batter into each cupcake liner. Bake for 15-18 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Allow cupcakes to cool completely.
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In the mixer bowl, beat the softened butter until smooth. Gradually add softened cream cheese in chunks, mixing until blended. Add tequila and lime zest. Slowly incorporate powdered sugar, mixing until smooth. Chill the frosting for best piping results.
# Notes and Tips:
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Remove cupcakes from the pans immediately after baking to prevent overcooking.
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For the frosting, avoid microwaving to soften; refrigerate if it becomes too soft while piping.