Margarita Cupcakes Tequila Lime (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Cupcakes
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1 1/2 cups (187.5g) flour
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2 teaspoons baking powder
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/2 cup (122.5g) milk, room temperature
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2 tablespoons lime juice, freshly squeezed
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1/2 cup (113g or 1 stick) butter, room temperature
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1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
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2 large eggs, room temperature
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1 tablespoon tequila
→ Lime Buttercream
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1/2 cup (113g or 1 stick) butter, room temperature
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2-3 cups (250g to 375g) confectioners' sugar
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5 tablespoons lime juice, freshly squeezed
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1 tablespoon sanding sugar
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Kosher salt, optional
# Instructions:
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Preheat oven to 350°F.
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In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
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Pour milk into a measuring cup and add freshly squeezed lime juice. Stir to incorporate and set aside.
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In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment, cream together butter and sugar on medium-high speed until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes.
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Reduce mixer to low and add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
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Slowly add the flour mixture in three batches, alternating with the milk mixture, starting and ending with the flour. Mix on low speed until just incorporated.
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Divide the batter evenly in a muffin pan. Bake for 18-24 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Remove cupcakes from the oven and brush with tequila. After 5 minutes, transfer cupcakes to a wire rack to completely cool before frosting.
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In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment, beat butter until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.
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Turn off the mixer and add confectioners' sugar. Slowly add freshly squeezed lime juice, one tablespoon at a time, while mixing on low speed, until thick and creamy.
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Pipe frosting onto cooled cupcakes using a pastry bag fitted with an open star tip. Top with sanding sugar and, if desired, a small sprinkle of kosher salt.
# Notes:
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Cupcakes are best served fresh but can last up to 3 days.