Key Lime Pie Cupcakes Recipe
Indulge in the refreshing flavors of summer with these Key Lime Pie Cupcakes. Soft, moist cupcakes infused with fresh key lime juice and zest are topped with a light and fluffy whipped cream frosting, creating a perfect balance of sweetness and tartness. Ideal for parties or casual gatherings, these delightful treats will leave everyone asking for seconds!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 12 cupcakes 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup fresh key lime juice
- Zest of 2 key limes
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 2 cups powdered sugar (for frosting)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt; set aside.
- In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in lime juice and zest.
- Gradually mix dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Fill cupcake liners two-thirds full with batter and bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- While the cupcakes cool, whip heavy cream until soft peaks form; gradually add powdered sugar until stiff peaks form.
- Frost cooled cupcakes and garnish with extra lime zest or graham cracker crumbs if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (70g)
- Calories: 205
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 124mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 37mg