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Honey Lime Cupcakes

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Honey Lime Cupcakes are soft, moist cupcakes infused with sweet honey and bright fresh lime flavor, then topped with a smooth lime frosting. They offer the perfect balance of sweetness and citrus in every bite.

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/3 cup honey
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tbsp fresh lime zest
  • 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened (for frosting)
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 2 tbsp honey (for frosting)
  • 2 tbsp fresh lime juice (for frosting)
  • 1 tsp lime zest (for frosting)
  • 1 to 2 tbsp heavy cream or milk
  • Optional: lime slices
  • Optional: extra lime zest
  • Optional: honey drizzle

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with cupcake liners.
  2. Whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl.
  3. In a large bowl, beat the butter, honey, and sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  5. Mix in the vanilla extract, lime zest, and lime juice.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk, and mix until just combined.
  7. Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners, filling each about two-thirds full.
  8. Bake for 18 to 22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Cool the cupcakes in the pan briefly, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  10. For the frosting, beat the butter until smooth and creamy.
  11. Gradually add the powdered sugar, then mix in the honey, lime juice, and lime zest.
  12. Add cream or milk as needed to achieve a smooth, spreadable consistency.
  13. Frost the cooled cupcakes and garnish with lime zest, lime slices, or a drizzle of honey if desired.

Notes

  • Add shredded coconut for a tropical flavor twist.
  • Substitute lemon for lime to create Honey Lemon Cupcakes.
  • Fill the cupcakes with lime curd for extra citrus flavor.
  • Use cream cheese frosting for a tangier finish.
  • Add poppy seeds for texture and visual appeal.
  • Store at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days if frosted.
  • Unfrosted cupcakes can be frozen for up to 3 months.
  • Bring refrigerated cupcakes to room temperature before serving.

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