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Mojito Cupcakes

Mojito Cupcakes: Fluffy Lime Treats for Fun Celebrations

Delight yourself with these Mojito Cupcakes, a perfect blend of zesty lime and mint for any celebration.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 cupcakes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Cupcake Batter
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Gluten-free flour may be used, but results will vary.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt
  • 3/4 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 1 tablespoon Lime Zest
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Can use salted butter by omitting additional salt.
  • 1/4 cup Vegetable Oil Can substitute with canola oil.
  • 1 large Egg White
  • 1/2 cup Buttermilk Can substitute with milk + vinegar for homemade buttermilk.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 1/4 cup White Rum Omit for a non-alcoholic version.
Frosting
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese
  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Mint Extract
Garnishing
  • 2 slices Key Limes For visual appeal.
  • 1 sprig Fresh Mint For extra flavor.

Equipment

  • Muffin tin
  • Mixing bowls
  • Hand mixer
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons
  • Spatula

Method
 

Mojito Cupcake Instructions
  1. Prep the Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with six parchment cupcake liners.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine flour, baking powder, salt, sugar, and lime zest. Beat in the softened butter until smooth.
  3. Add Wet Ingredients: Pour in the oil, egg white, buttermilk, and vanilla, mixing gently. Fold in the white rum.
  4. Bake: Distribute the batter in the prepared liners and bake for 15-20 minutes. Check doneness with a toothpick.
  5. Soak with Rum: Allow cupcakes to cool slightly, then poke holes and brush with white rum.
  6. Make Frosting: Beat cream cheese and butter until fluffy. Gradually add powdered sugar and mix in rum and mint extract.
  7. Frost and Garnish: Frost cooled cupcakes and garnish with key lime slices and mint.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupcakeCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 2gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 100mgSugar: 18gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use room temperature butter for easy mixing. Do not overmix to keep cupcakes light and fluffy. Allow cupcakes to cool completely before frosting.

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