How to Make Key Lime Cupcakes in Easy Steps

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Key lime cupcakes –These delightful Key Lime Cupcakes are a perfect treat for anyone who loves a burst of citrusy flavor paired with a light and fluffy texture. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or simply indulging in a sweet moment at home, these cupcakes are sure to impress. Let’s dive into making these refreshing cupcakes!

Key Lime Cupcakes

These cupcakes feature a zesty key lime flavor that elevates them from regular vanilla cupcakes into something truly special. Topped with a delicious lime frosting, they’re perfect for any occasion!

Key Lime Cupcakes - Baker by Nature

Ingredients

For the cupcakes:

  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 tablespoons key lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon key lime zest
  • ½ cup buttermilk

For the frosting:

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 3 tablespoons key lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon key lime zest
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake tin with liners.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In another bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy, roughly 2-3 minutes.
  4. Add in the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the key lime juice and zest.
  5. Alternately add the dry ingredients and buttermilk to the butter mixture, starting and ending with the dry blend. Mix until just combined.
  6. Fill each cupcake liner about 2/3 full with the batter and bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. Allow the cupcakes to cool completely on a wire rack before frosting.
  8. To prepare the frosting, beat the softened butter until creamy, then gradually add the powdered sugar. Mix in key lime juice, zest, and salt until well combined and fluffy.
  9. Frost the cooled cupcakes as desired and enjoy these zesty delights!

These Key Lime Cupcakes are a refreshing way to enjoy dessert. Their tangy flavor combined with the sweet frosting makes for a deliciously satisfying treat that will leave your taste buds singing!