Key Lime Pie Cupcakes
Key Lime Pie Cupcakes are a delightful twist on the classic dessert, delivering a burst of tropical flavor in each fluffy bite. Infused with fresh key lime juice and zest, these cupcakes are topped with a rich and creamy whipped frosting that perfectly mimics the taste of traditional key lime pie. Ideal for summer gatherings or any occasion that calls for a sweet treat, these cupcakes promise to transport your taste buds to sunny shores with their zesty sweetness and velvety texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 12 cupcakes 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup fresh key lime juice
- Zest from 2 fresh key limes
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with paper liners.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- In another bowl, beat the unsalted butter until creamy. Gradually add granulated sugar and continue beating until light and fluffy.
- Mix in eggs one at a time, then add fresh key lime juice and zest.
- Gradually combine dry ingredients into the wet mix until just combined; fold in sour cream gently.
- Spoon batter into liners about two-thirds full and bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool completely.
- For frosting, whip heavy cream with powdered sugar until stiff peaks form, then pipe onto cooled cupcakes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (75g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 80mg