CHERRY LIMEADE CUPCAKES
Cherry Limeade Cupcakes are zesty, sweet, and refreshing. Bursting with cherry flavor and limey frosting, they’re perfect for parties, summer gatherings, or a fun dessert anytime.
Ingredients
For Cupcakes and Frosting:
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup buttermilk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup cherry pie filling
- 1 cup powdered sugar for frosting
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter for frosting, softened
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice for frosting
- 1 teaspoon lime zest for frosting
- maraschino cherries for garnish
Instructions
Prepare Oven:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 12-cup muffin pan with liners.
Mix Dry Ingredients:
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
Mix Wet Ingredients:
- In another bowl, beat butter and sugar until creamy. Add eggs, one at a time, then vanilla extract.
Combine Ingredients:
- Alternately add dry ingredients and buttermilk to wet mixture, mixing until smooth. Fold in cherry pie filling.
Bake Cupcakes:
- Divide batter evenly among muffin cups. Bake 18–20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool completely.
Prepare Frosting:
- For frosting, beat butter, powdered sugar, lime juice, and lime zest until smooth and creamy.
Assemble and Serve:
- Frost cooled cupcakes and top each with a maraschino cherry. Serve.
Notes
- Make Ahead: Cupcakes can be baked a day ahead and frosted later.
- Variations: Add chopped fresh cherries for extra fruitiness.
- Serving Suggestions: Perfect for summer parties or festive gatherings.
- Storage Tips: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for 2 days or in fridge for up to 4 days.