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Key Lime Cupcakes

Delightful Key Lime Cupcakes That Brighten Your Day

Enjoy these light and fluffy Key Lime Cupcakes, a perfect zesty treat for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 1/2 cups All-Purpose Flour Avoid packing too tightly.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Softened.
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream Can use substitutes.
  • 3 large Egg Whites Add directly.
  • 1/4 cup Key Lime Juice Bottled is okay.
  • 1 tablespoon Lime Zest Fresh is better.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt
For the Frosting
  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar
  • 1/2 cup Shortening Can use half butter.
For the Garnish
  • 1/2 cup Graham Cracker Crumbs

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • electric mixer
  • Cupcake Pan
  • Oven

Method
 

Baking Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (177°C) and line a cupcake pan with paper liners.
  2. Cream the softened butter and sugar together until fluffy.
  3. Add in the egg whites, mixing until well combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, alternating with sour cream. Add key lime juice and zest.
  6. Fill the cupcake liners two-thirds full and bake for 18-20 minutes.
  7. Cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. Prepare the frosting by mixing shortening and butter, then add powdered sugar and key lime juice until smooth.
  9. Frost the cooled cupcakes generously and sprinkle graham cracker crumbs on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupcakeCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 18gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Store cupcakes in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Unfrosted cupcakes can be frozen for up to 3 months.

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