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Margarita Cupcakes

These margarita cupcakes are great for a party! Topped with lime cream cheese frosting, they can be made with tequila or alcohol-free.

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
37 mins
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Calories: 438 kcal
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Mexican

Ingredients

Margarita Cupcakes
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/8 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cups granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 lime, zested and juiced
  • 1 tablespoon tequila
Lime Cream Cheese Frosting
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • zest of 1 lime
  • Juice of 1/2 lime
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • 5 cups confectioners' sugar

Instructions

Margarita Cupcakes
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  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a 12-cup muffin pan with cupcake liners (these are my favorite) and set aside.
  2. In a medium bowl, add the all purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Whisk to combine and set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, add the butter. Beat the butter on high using a handheld or stand mixer fitted with a whisk attachment until smooth.
  4. Add the sugar and beat for 2 more minutes, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed, until the butter and sugar have fully combined.
  5. Add the eggs, milk, lime zest, lime juice, and tequila. Beat for 30 seconds until combined.
  6. With the mixer on low, slowly add in the dry ingredients. Mix together until just combined.
  7. Evenly pour or spoon the batter into the liners so that they're 2/3 full. Bake for 20-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Remove the cupcakes from the oven and allow them to cool completely before frosting.
  9. Once cooled, frost (I used a Wilton #12 round tip) and decorate with lime slices, lime zest, and white sugar sprinkles.
Lime Cream Cheese Frosting
  1. In a large bowl, add the butter and cream cheese. Beat on high using a handheld or stand mixer fitted with a whisk attachment until smooth.
  2. Add the vanilla extract, lime zest, lime juice, and salt. Beat for 30 seconds to combine.
  3. Add the confectioners' sugar and beat until the frosting is smooth and thick.
  4. Cover and refrigerate until ready to use.

Notes

  • Tequila: You can use any type of tequila that you prefer. I used an añejo variety, but blanco or reposado also work.
  • Alcohol-Free: You can also make this recipe without any alcohol if you prefer! Simply use 1 tablespoon of milk instead of the tequila.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1cupcake with frosting Calories 438kcal (22%) Carbohydrates 67g (22%) Protein 4g (8%) Fat 18g (28%) Saturated Fat 11g (55%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g Monounsaturated Fat 5g Trans Fat 1g Cholesterol 77mg (26%) Sodium 181mg (8%) Potassium 94mg (3%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 53g (106%) Vitamin A 575IU (12%) Vitamin C 2mg (2%) Calcium 79mg (8%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 12cupcakes

Amount Per Serving

Calories 438

% Daily Value*

Serving 1cupcake with frosting
Calories 438kcal 22%
Carbohydrates 67g 22%
Protein 4g 8%
Fat 18g 28%
Saturated Fat 11g 55%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g 6%
Monounsaturated Fat 5g 25%
Trans Fat 1g 50%
Cholesterol 77mg 26%
Sodium 181mg 8%
Potassium 94mg 2%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 53g 106%
Vitamin A 575IU 12%
Vitamin C 2mg 2%
Calcium 79mg 8%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.