Mojito Cupcakes
Refreshing mojito cupcakes infused with mint and lime, perfect for summer gatherings and celebrations.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup milk
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons rum
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
- Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)
- Mint leaves and lime slices for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- Cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs, milk, rum, lime juice, and lemon juice until everything is well combined.
- Whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in another bowl. Gradually add this mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in the chopped mint leaves gently.
- Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners, filling each about two-thirds full.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cupcakes to cool completely. Dust with powdered sugar and garnish with mint leaves or lime slices if desired.
Notes
Substitutions include dark rum for richer flavor or additional milk for a non-alcoholic version. For an extra zing, add lime zest.
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