Best 18 Key Lime Cupcakes Recipes

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Indulge in the tantalizing symphony of flavors that is key lime cupcakes, a delectable treat that harmonizes the vibrant zest of key limes with the sweet embrace of fluffy vanilla cupcakes. These bite-sized wonders are elevated by a luscious key lime buttercream frosting, a perfect balance of tangy and sweet that dances on the palate. Experience a delightful culinary journey as we embark on a step-by-step guide to creating these key lime cupcakes from scratch. Along the way, we'll explore variations such as gluten-free and vegan adaptations, ensuring that everyone can savor the exquisite taste of this classic dessert. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds and create a lasting impression with these key lime cupcakes, perfect for any occasion.

Let's cook with our recipes!

KEY LIME COCONUT CUPCAKES WITH WHITE CHOCOLATE FROSTING



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 2h10m

Yield 12 to 14 cupcakes

Number Of Ingredients 20

3/4 cup (1 1/2 sticks) unsalted butter, at room temperature
1 cup granulated sugar
2 eggs, at room temperature
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1 heaping teaspoon grated key lime zest
1 1/2 tablespoons key lime juice (bottled or freshly squeezed)
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 cup buttermilk
1 1/3 cups loosely packed sweetened coconut flakes (3.5 ounces)
5 ounces good quality white chocolate, chopped into small chucks
1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, room temperature
3 1/2 cups powdered sugar, sifted
Pinch salt
1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1 tablespoon key lime juice (bottled or freshly squeezed)
1/4 cup sour cream
Finely grated key lime zest, for garnish

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F.
  • In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, cream the butter and sugar on high speed until light and fluffy, about 5 minutes. With the mixer on low speed, add the eggs, 1 at a time, scraping down the bowl after each addition. Add the vanilla extract, key lime zest and juice and mix well. In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. In 5 parts total, alternately add the dry ingredients and the buttermilk to the batter, beginning and ending with the dry. Mix until just combined. Fold the coconut into the cupcake batter.
  • Line a muffin pan with paper liners and fill each liner almost to the top with batter. A spring loaded 1/4 cup ice cream scoop works great for this and ensures the cupcakes are all the same size. Bake for 25 minutes or until the tops begin to brown and a toothpick comes out clean. Remove cupcakes from oven and allow to cool in the pan for 10 minutes and then transfer cupcakes to a baking rack to cool completely.
  • While the cupcakes are cooling you can make the frosting. In a small heat proof bowl set over a pot of simmering water, carefully and slowly melt the white chocolate. Remove from heat and let cool until just slightly warm. Meanwhile, in the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat the butter until light and fluffy. With the mixer on low, gradually add the powdered sugar until well combined. Add the salt, vanilla extract, key lime juice, and sour cream and mix until very smooth. Add the melted white chocolate and mix just until incorporated.
  • Frost the cupcakes and garnish with a bit of grated key lime zest. Enjoy!
  • A viewer, who may not be a professional cook, provided this recipe. The Food Network Kitchens chefs have not tested this recipe and therefore, we cannot make representation as to the results.

KEY LIME-COCONUT CUPCAKES



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Coconut oil is the special ingredient in these delicately flavored, tender cupcakes. Garnish with a slice of fresh Key lime if desired.

Provided by Dianne

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     Cupcake Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 ½ cups sifted all-purpose flour
1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
¼ teaspoon salt
1 cup white sugar
½ cup virgin coconut oil
3 tablespoons Key lime juice
1 ½ teaspoons Key lime zest
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 eggs
½ cup milk
1 (4 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
¼ cup virgin coconut oil
1 ½ teaspoons Key lime juice
½ teaspoon Key lime zest
1 ½ cups confectioners' sugar
1 cup sweetened flaked coconut

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 12-cup muffin tin.
  • Combine flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.
  • Beat white sugar and 1/2 cup coconut oil in a large bowl using an electric mixer until light and airy, 3 to 4 minutes. Add 3 tablespoons Key lime juice, 1 1/2 teaspoons Key lime zest, and vanilla extract. Add eggs 1 at a time, beating well after each addition.
  • Reduce mixer speed to low. Beat in 1/3 of the flour mixture at a time, alternating with 1/2 the milk and ending with the last 1/3 of the flour mixture. Mix until just combined; do not overmix. Pour batter into the muffin cups until about 2/3-full.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until tops spring back when lightly pressed, 20 to 25 minutes. Cool in the tin for 5 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack and let cool completely, about 20 minutes.
  • Beat cream cheese and 1/4 cup coconut oil together in a bowl using an electric mixer until creamy and well combined. Mix in 1 1/2 teaspoons Key lime juice and 1/2 teaspoon Key lime zest. Gradually stir in confectioners' sugar. Frost cooled cupcakes.
  • Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Cook and stir the flaked coconut until lightly toasted, about 4 minutes. Remove from pan to cool, about 5 minutes. Top frosted cupcakes with the coconut, pressing in lightly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 380.5 calories, Carbohydrate 48.8 g, Cholesterol 42.2 mg, Fat 19.8 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 3.9 g, SaturatedFat 15.9 g, Sodium 171.3 mg, Sugar 35 g

KEY LIME CUPCAKES



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I made these light, tangy cupcakes on a chilly day to remind me of our vacation in southern Florida, where Key lime pies are star attractions. -Jennifer Gilbert, Brighton, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 45m

Yield 16 cupcakes.

Number Of Ingredients 18

1/2 cup butter, softened
3/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
2 large eggs, room temperature
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups graham cracker crumbs
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
3 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 cup 2% milk
FROSTING:
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup butter, softened
2 teaspoons grated Key lime zest
2 teaspoons Key lime juice
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3-3/4 cups confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Line 16 muffin cups with paper or foil liners., In a large bowl, cream butter and sugars until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in vanilla. In another bowl, whisk cracker crumbs, flour, baking powder, cinnamon and nutmeg; add to creamed mixture alternately with milk, beating well after each addition., Fill prepared cups two-thirds full. Bake 15-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool in pans 10 minutes before removing to wire racks to cool completely., For frosting, in a large bowl, beat cream cheese, butter and lime zest until blended. Beat in lime juice and vanilla. Gradually beat in confectioners' sugar until smooth. Pipe or spread onto cupcakes. Refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 378 calories, Fat 16g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 270mg sodium, Carbohydrate 57g carbohydrate (45g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

KEY LIME CUPCAKES



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     dessert

Time 1h40m

Yield 12 cupcakes

Number Of Ingredients 25

1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 large egg plus 1 egg yolk
1/4 cup fresh Key lime juice (from about 8 Key limes)
2 teaspoons cornstarch
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into pieces
1 teaspoon grated Key lime zest (from about 2 Key limes)
Pinch of salt
12 chocolate wafer cookies
12 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature
1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs, at room temperature
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon grated Key lime zest
2 tablespoons fresh Key lime juice (from about 4 Key limes)
1/3 cup buttermilk
1 stick unsalted butter, at room temperature
3 1/4 cups confectioners' sugar
1/4 cup sour cream
1 tablespoon fresh Key lime juice
Pinch of salt
Key lime slices and grated zest, for topping

Steps:

  • Make the lime curd: Combine the granulated sugar, egg and egg yolk, lime juice and cornstarch in a small saucepan. Cook over medium-low heat, whisking, until thick enough to coat a spoon, 8 to 10 minutes. Remove from the heat and whisk in the butter, a little at a time, until smooth. Strain through a fine-mesh sieve into a bowl, then stir in the lime zest and salt. Set in a larger bowl of ice and stir until the curd is completely cool. Press plastic wrap directly onto the surface; refrigerate until ready to use.
  • Make the cupcakes: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F and line a muffin pan with 12 cupcake liners. Pulse the wafer cookies in a food processor until finely ground. Melt 2 tablespoons butter; add to the processor and pulse until the mixture comes together. Press about 1 tablespoon crumbs into each muffin cup.
  • Sift the flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt into a medium bowl; set aside. Combine the remaining 10 tablespoons butter and the granulated sugar in a large bowl and beat with a mixer on medium-high speed until fluffy, 5 minutes. Reduce the speed to low; beat in the eggs, one at a time. Add the vanilla, lime zest and juice and beat until well combined. Add the flour mixture in 3 additions, alternating with the buttermilk, beginning and ending with the flour mixture. Increase the speed to medium high and mix until combined.
  • Divide the batter among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about three-quarters of the way. Bake until a toothpick inserted into the centers comes out clean, 20 to 22 minutes. Remove to a rack; let cool completely.
  • Make the frosting: Beat the butter in a large bowl with a mixer on medium-high speed until fluffy, 5 minutes. Reduce the speed to low and beat in the confectioners' sugar. Increase the speed to medium high; add the sour cream, lime juice and salt and beat until fluffy, 2 more minutes.
  • Place the lime curd in a pastry bag fitted with a 1/4-inch tip. Insert the tip into the center of each cupcake and squeeze to fill. Frost the cupcakes, then pipe more lime curd on top. Top with lime slices and zest.
  • Cook's Note: Key limes are smaller and more tart than regular limes. If you can't find them, look for bottled Key lime juice and use regular lime zest.

KEY LIME CUPCAKES



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This recipe is quick and easy to make. Contains a hint of lime with a moist cake and smooth cream cheese frosting. A great treat for everyone!

Provided by Penelope

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     Cake Mix Cake Recipes     Cupcakes

Time 1h40m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 (15.25 ounce) package white cake mix (such as Pillsbury® Classic White)
1 cup water
3 eggs
⅓ cup vegetable oil
2 tablespoons lime zest
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
3 drops green food coloring
½ cup butter, softened
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
2 tablespoons lime zest
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
1 ½ cups confectioners' sugar, sifted
2 tablespoons pearlized sprinkles, or as needed

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line 24 muffin cups with paper liners or spray with cooking spray.
  • Mix cake mix, water, eggs, and vegetable oil together in a bowl using an electric mixer until batter is smooth, about 2 minutes. Add 2 tablespoons lime zest, lime juice, and food coloring; mix well. Pour batter into the prepared muffin cups.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until golden and a toothpick inserted in the center of a cupcake comes out clean, about 18 minutes. Cool cupcakes on a wire rack.
  • Beat butter and cream cheese together in a bowl using an electric mixer until smooth and creamy. Add 2 tablespoons lime zest and vanilla extract to creamed butter mixture; mix well. Mix confectioners' sugar, 1/2 cup at a time, into creamed butter mixture until frosting is smooth; chill in refrigerator until frosting is thickened, about 30 minutes.
  • Spread frosting onto each cupcake and top with sprinkles.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 215.4 calories, Carbohydrate 23.1 g, Cholesterol 43.7 mg, Fat 12.9 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 2.4 g, SaturatedFat 5.4 g, Sodium 183.7 mg, Sugar 18.4 g

KEY LIME CUPCAKES



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Key Limes are smaller than their larger cousins -- the standard lime -- and also sweeter, giving these cupcakes a tangy-sweet touch. Store the cupcakes in airtight containers for up to 2 days at room temperature, or frozen up to 2 months.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Cupcake Recipes

Time 1h50m

Yield Makes 24

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs (from 12 crackers)
1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, room temperature, plus 5 tablespoons melted
1 1/4 cups plus 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
1 1/4 teaspoons coarse salt
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, plus 2 tablespoons
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
4 large eggs, room temperature
1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
3 tablespoons freshly grated key lime zest (from 12 key limes), plus more for topping
6 tablespoons sour cream, room temperature
Key Lime Frosting

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line two standard 12-cup muffin tins with paper liners. In a food processor, pulse together graham cracker crumbs, 5 tablespoons melted butter, 1/4 cup sugar and 1/4 teaspoon salt until mixture holds together when squeezed. Spoon 1 to 2 tablespoons crumb mixture into each liner and press firmly using the bottom of a lightly oiled shot glass or small bowl. Bake until set, 5 to 7 minutes; cool completely. Reduce oven to 325 degrees.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and remaining 1 teaspoon salt. Using an electric mixer, beat together remaining 1 cup butter and 1 cup plus 2 tablespoons sugar on medium-high speed until pale and fluffy, at least 8 minutes. Add eggs, one at a time, beating thoroughly between each addition, and scraping down sides of bowl as needed. Beat in vanilla and zest. Reduce speed to low; add flour mixture in 2 batches, alternating with sour cream and beating until just incorporated.
  • Divide batter among cups, filling each about three-quarters full; tap pans on countertop once to evenly distribute batter. Bake until a cake tester inserted in centers comes out clean, about 26 minutes. Transfer tins to wire racks to cool 10 minutes; turn out cupcakes onto racks and let cool completely, about 30 minutes. Frost with 2 heaping tablespoons key lime frosting; top with lime zest.

KEY LIME PIE CUPCAKES



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I bake over 200 of these cupcakes for our church suppers, and we always run out. If you can't find Key lime juice, use lime juice. Just add a tad more sugar. -Julie Herrera-Lemler, Rochester, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h5m

Yield 32 cupcakes.

Number Of Ingredients 15

4 sheets refrigerated pie crust
1 cup butter, softened
2-1/2 cups sugar
4 large eggs, room temperature
1/2 cup Key lime juice
2 cups all-purpose flour
1-1/2 cups self-rising flour
1-1/2 cups buttermilk
FROSTING:
12 ounces cream cheese, softened
1-1/2 cups butter, softened
1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2-3/4 to 3 cups confectioners' sugar
6 tablespoons Key lime juice
Fresh raspberries

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Line 32 muffin cups with foil liners. On a work surface, unroll crusts. Cut 32 circles with a floured 2-1/4-in. round cookie cutter (discard remaining crust or save for another use). Press 1 crust circle into each liner. Bake until lightly browned, 10-12 minutes. Cool on wire racks., In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar until crumbly. Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in lime juice. In another bowl, whisk flours; add to butter mixture alternately with buttermilk, beating well after each addition., Pour batter into prepared cups. Bake until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean, 20-22 minutes. Cool in pans 10 minutes before removing to wire racks to cool completely., In a large bowl, beat cream cheese, butter and vanilla until blended. Beat in enough confectioners' sugar, alternately with lime juice, to reach desired consistency. Frost cupcakes; top with raspberries. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 368 calories, Fat 21g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 78mg cholesterol, Sodium 256mg sodium, Carbohydrate 42g carbohydrate (27g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 4g protein.

COCONUT CUPCAKES WITH KEY LIME FROSTING



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This one was a real winner with my children. Whenever I get out the icing bag, they go bonkers and yesterday was no different. I had to hold them back when they arrived home from school, so that I could get a couple of these cupcakes frosted the way I wanted for a quick photo shoot. Once I put down the icing bag, my younger son set to work on icing the rest of the batch. He did a great job and had a good time while my older son ate them. Cupcake fun was had by all. http://www.elanaspantry.com/coconut-cupcakes-key-lime-icing/

Provided by Elanas Pantry

Categories     Dessert

Time 30m

Yield 10 cupcakes, 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 eggs
1/2 cup coconut oil
1/2 cup agave nectar
1/2 cup coconut flour
1/2 teaspoon celtic sea salt
1/2 baking soda
1/2 cup shredded coconut

Steps:

  • In a small bowl blend eggs, coconut oil and agave nectar with a hand mixer.
  • Pulse in coconut flour, salt and baking soda.
  • Allow batter to sit and thicken just a bit.
  • Line a cupcake tin with unbleached baking cups.
  • Spoon ¼ cup cupcake batter into each cupcake liner.
  • Bake at 350° for 20-25 minutes.
  • Remove cupcakes from oven and allow to cool for 20 minutes.
  • Frost with Key Lime Icing and serve.

MARGARITA CUPCAKES WITH KEY LIME ICING



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Make and share this Margarita Cupcakes With Key Lime Icing recipe from Food.com.

Provided by xpnsve

Categories     Dessert

Time 32m

Yield 24 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (18 1/4 ounce) box white cake mix (no pudding in the mix)
1 (10 ounce) can frozen margarita mix, thawed (undiluted)
3 egg whites
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 tablespoon grated lime zest
8 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
2 tablespoons key lime juice
1 teaspoon key lime zest or 1 teaspoon lemon zest
4 -5 cups confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • In large bowl, combine cake mix, Margarita mix, egg whites and vegetable oil using electric mixer.
  • Stir in lime zest; mix completely.
  • Fill prepared pans 2/3 full.
  • Bake according to box directions (usually 325 degrees - be sure to check box!) 22-24 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center of cupcake comes out clean.
  • Cool in pan on cooling rack 5-8 minutes.
  • Remove cupcakes from pan; cool completely.
  • FOR ICING:.
  • In large bowl, cream butter, cream cheese, juice and zest with electric mixer until light and fluffy.
  • Add 4 cups confectioners' sugar, one cup at a time; continue beating until light and fluffy.
  • If icing is too thin add additional confectioners' sugar 1 tablespoon at a time.

MINI KEY LIME CUPCAKES



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Make mini cakes for maximum satisfaction. Cake mix and ready-to-spread frosting make prep super easy.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h50m

Yield 48

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 box (4-serving size) vanilla instant pudding and pie filling mix
1 1/2 cups whipping cream
1/4 cup Key lime or regular lime juice
4 drops green food color
1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
48 regular-size paper baking cups
1 box Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ yellow cake mix
Water, vegetable oil and eggs called for on cake mix box
1 container Betty Crocker™ Whipped fluffy white frosting
1 tablespoon Key lime or regular lime juice
1/2 teaspoon grated Key lime or regular lime peel

Steps:

  • In large bowl, beat pudding mix and whipping cream with whisk 2 minutes. Let stand 3 minutes. Beat in 1/4 cup Key lime juice and the food color; stir in powdered sugar until smooth. Cover and refrigerate.
  • Heat oven to 350°F (325°F for dark or nonstick pans). Place 24 of the paper baking cups in each of 24 regular size muffin cups. Make cake batter as directed on box. Spoon about 1 rounded tablespoonful batter into each muffin cup, using about half of the batter. (Muffin cups will be about one-third full.) Refrigerate remaining batter. Bake 11 to 15 minutes (14 to 20 minutes for dark or nonstick pan) or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Remove from pan to cooling rack. Repeat with remaining baking cups and batter. Cool cupcakes completely, about 15 minutes.
  • Remove paper baking cups from cupcakes. Swirl about 2 teaspoons topping on top of each cupcake.
  • Stir frosting in container 20 times. Gently stir in 1 tablespoon Key lime juice and the lime peel. Spoon frosting into 1-quart resealable food-storage plastic bag. Cut 1/2-inch opening from bottom corner of bag. Squeeze 1 rounded teaspoonful frosting from bag onto topping. Garnish with fresh lime wedge, if desired. Store in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 140, Carbohydrate 18 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 0 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 Cupcake, Sodium 110 mg, Sugar 14 g, TransFat 1/2 g

KEY LIME CUPCAKES WITH WHITE CHOCOLATE FROSTING



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These are a very refreshing treat to have on a summer day! If you like key lime pie, you will love these!! They are nice for something different as far as cupcakes go:) It is important to have real Key Lime juice, instead of just regular lime juice!

Provided by LaurieL.

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h10m

Yield 18 cupcakes

Number Of Ingredients 19

3/4 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
1 cup sugar
2 eggs, at room temperature
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 teaspoon grated lime zest
1 3/4 tablespoons keylime juice
1 1/2 cups flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup buttermilk
2 1/2 ounces white chocolate, chopped
1/2 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
1 1/2 cups confectioners' sugar
1 dash salt
1/4 teaspoon vanilla
1/2 tablespoon keylime juice
1/8 cup sour cream
grated lime zest, for garnish

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees.
  • In a mixing bowl, cream butter and sugar on high speed, until light and fluffy, about 5 minutes. On low speed, add eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each one. Add vanilla, lime zest, and juice and mix well.
  • In another bowl, sift together flour, baking powder and soda, and salt. In 5 parts total alternately add dry ingrediants and buttermilk to butter, beginning and ending with dry. Mix until just combined.
  • Line muffin tins with paper and fill each liner about 3/4 full.
  • Bake for 25 minutes until tops are slightly browned and a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Remove and cool in pan for 10 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack to cool completly.
  • In a small glass bowl, set over a pot of simmering water. Slowly melt white chocolate. Remove and let cool until slightly warm.
  • In a mixing bowl, beat butter until light and fluffy. On low speed, gradually add confectioners sugar until mixed.
  • Add salt, vanilla, lime juice, and sour cream and mix well.
  • Add melted white chocolate and mix just until incorporated.
  • Frost cupcakes and garnish with grated lime zest. Can refrigerate, but don't have to.

KEY LIME GINGER MINI CUPCAKES



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A lightly gingery cake that leaves a lingering taste of spice and lime in your mouth for minutes after it's gone. Golden color and light texture, nothing like gingerbread. The contrast of ginger and lime seems made for each other. This recipe had origins in a Bon Appetite recipe using lemon, but I've made changes over time that has allowed evolution into it's own unique cake. Enjoy!

Provided by Kbakerbio

Categories     Dessert

Time 47m

Yield 72 mini cupcakes

Number Of Ingredients 22

3 cups cake flour
2 tablespoons ginger
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 dash ground cloves
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 3/4 cups sugar
3/4 cup butter
4 large eggs
5 tablespoons lime juice or 5 tablespoons key lime juice
1 teaspoon lime peel
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 1/4 cups buttermilk (or 1 1/4 cups milk plus 1 tsp lime juice)
8 ounces cream cheese, room temperature
3/4 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
2 tablespoons lime juice or 2 tablespoons key lime juice
2 teaspoons lime peel
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 1/2 cups powdered sugar
2 drops green food coloring
crystallized ginger

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees and spray a 24 cup minimuffin pan with spray or butter lightly. Open the bag of crystallized ginger and pop a few in your mouth for "cooking inspiration".
  • Combine the first seven ingredients in a large bowl. Next cream the butter and sugar, next adding eggs one at a time. Eat some more crystallized ginger (mmnnnn). Add the lime juice, peel and vanilla extract and blend. The mix will appear curdled. Better eat just a few more pieces of the ginger to fuel your energy stores for the last steps. Then add the dry ingredients and the buttermilk in alternating batches, starting with the flour mix.
  • Spoon batter to the top of the cups of the pan and bake 16-18 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean. Restrain yourself from "taste testing" half the batch (try to limit to just 4 or 5:), and place them to cool on a rack.
  • In the meantime, cream the cream cheese, butter, lime juice and peel, and vanilla until smooth and whisk in the powdered sugar, beating until the frosting is smooth. Lick the whisk clean and use a clean spatula to spread frosting across the tops of the remaining cooled cupcakes. Take the time to dip a clean finger in the frosting every once in awhile, just to make sure it hasn't changed for some unlikely reason. When done frosting, sprinkle what's left of the crystallized ginger on what's left of the cupcakes that actually have frosting and hide until time to serve.
  • Makes 72, unless recipe is followed exactly including tasting notes.

MINI KEY LIME CUPCAKES



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This is from the 2008 Betty Crocker Calendar *You'll need 5 Key limes to make this recipe. Remember, when your shopping for Key Limes - they are smaller than regular limes, about the size of a golf ball.

Provided by Celeste

Categories     Dessert

Time 37m

Yield 2 dozen, 24 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 (3 1/2 ounce) box vanilla instant pudding mix, 4-serving size
1 1/2 cups whipping cream
1/4 cup key lime juice or 1/4 cup lime juice
4 drops green food coloring
1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
1 (18 1/4 ounce) box yellow cake mix, plus
water (per cake mix directions)
oil (per cake mix directions)
egg (per cake mix directions)
1 (16 ounce) container white frosting, whipped type
1 tablespoon key lime juice or 1 tablespoon lime juice
1/2 teaspoon grated key lime peel or 1/2 teaspoon regular lime peel

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, beat pudding mix and whipping cream with wire whisk 2 minutes. Let stand 3 minutes. Beat in 1/4 cup lime juice and the food coloring; stir in powdered sugar until smooth. Cover; refrigerate.
  • Heat oven to 375* (350* for dark or nonstick pans). Place a paper baking cup in each of 24 regular-size muffin cups. Make cake batter as directed on box. Spoon about 1 rounded tablespoon batter into each muffin cup, using about half of the batter. (Muffin cups will be about 1/3 full.) Refrigerate remaining batter. Bake 12 to 16 minutes or until toothpick is inserted in center comes out clean. Remove from pan to cooling rack. Repeat with remaining batter. Cool cupcakes completely, about 15 minutes.
  • Remove paper baking cups from cupcakes. Swirl about 2 teaspoons topping on top of each cupcake.
  • Stir frosting container 20 times. Gently stir in 1 tablespoon lime juice and the lime peel. Spoon frosting into a 1-quart Ziploc bag. Cut an 1/2-inch opening from bottom corner of bag. Squeeze 1 rounded teaspoonful frosting onto topping. Garnsih with fresh lime wedge, if desired. Store in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 269, Fat 11.1, SaturatedFat 4.4, Cholesterol 20.8, Sodium 241.7, Carbohydrate 41.7, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 32.5, Protein 1.3

KEY LIME PIE CUPCAKES



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Enjoy these citrus flavored cupcakes made using Betty Crocker® sugar cookie mix and frosting - a tasty dessert treat.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 3h5m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pouch (1 lb 1.5 oz) Betty Crocker™ sugar cookie mix
6 tablespoons butter or margarine, softened
4 teaspoons grated Key lime or regular lime peel
1 whole egg
4 egg yolks
2 cans (14 oz each) sweetened condensed milk (not evaporated)
3/4 cup bottled or fresh Key lime or regular lime juice
1 drop green food color, if desired
1 container (1 lb) Betty Crocker™ Rich & Creamy vanilla or cream cheese frosting
1 graham cracker crumb crust (6 oz), broken into chunks, or 10 graham cracker rectangles, broken into chunks

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375°F. Place paper baking cup in each of 24 regular-size muffin cups. In large bowl, stir cookie mix, butter, 3 teaspoons of the lime peel and the whole egg until soft dough forms. Drop dough by heaping tablespoonfuls into muffin cups; use fingers to flatten. Bake 12 minutes. Cool in pans on cooling racks.
  • In medium bowl, beat egg yolks, condensed milk, lime juice and food color with electric mixer on medium speed about 1 minute or until well blended. Pour evenly into partially baked crusts, filling each about three-fourths full.
  • Bake 12 to 14 minutes or until edges are set and centers are still soft. Cool 20 minutes. Cover; refrigerate until chilled, at least 2 hours but no longer than 2 days. Stir remaining 1 teaspoon lime peel into frosting. Frost cupcakes. Garnish with graham cracker chunks. Store covered in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 361, Carbohydrate 53 g, Fat 2 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 155 mg

MINI KEY LIME CUPCAKES



Mini Key Lime Cupcakes image

Make mini cakes for maximum satisfaction. Cake mix and ready-to-spread frosting make prep super easy.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h50m

Yield 48

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 box (4-serving size) vanilla instant pudding and pie filling mix
1 1/2 cups whipping cream
1/4 cup Key lime or regular lime juice
4 drops green food color
1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
48 regular-size paper baking cups
1 box Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ yellow cake mix
Water, vegetable oil and eggs called for on cake mix box
1 container Betty Crocker™ Whipped fluffy white frosting
1 tablespoon Key lime or regular lime juice
1/2 teaspoon grated Key lime or regular lime peel

Steps:

  • In large bowl, beat pudding mix and whipping cream with whisk 2 minutes. Let stand 3 minutes. Beat in 1/4 cup Key lime juice and the food color; stir in powdered sugar until smooth. Cover and refrigerate.
  • Heat oven to 350°F (325°F for dark or nonstick pans). Place 24 of the paper baking cups in each of 24 regular size muffin cups. Make cake batter as directed on box. Spoon about 1 rounded tablespoonful batter into each muffin cup, using about half of the batter. (Muffin cups will be about one-third full.) Refrigerate remaining batter. Bake 11 to 15 minutes (14 to 20 minutes for dark or nonstick pan) or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Remove from pan to cooling rack. Repeat with remaining baking cups and batter. Cool cupcakes completely, about 15 minutes.
  • Remove paper baking cups from cupcakes. Swirl about 2 teaspoons topping on top of each cupcake.
  • Stir frosting in container 20 times. Gently stir in 1 tablespoon Key lime juice and the lime peel. Spoon frosting into 1-quart resealable food-storage plastic bag. Cut 1/2-inch opening from bottom corner of bag. Squeeze 1 rounded teaspoonful frosting from bag onto topping. Garnish with fresh lime wedge, if desired. Store in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 140, Carbohydrate 18 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 0 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 Cupcake, Sodium 110 mg, Sugar 14 g, TransFat 1/2 g

KEY LIME PIE CUPCAKES



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These are truly delightful! Every time I make them they go fast! The coconut meringue top and the Keylime pie filling inside is genius! These are soooo good! I bet you can't eat just one! PS. I hate it when it doesn't let me post the full image!

Provided by Leah Stacey

Categories     Fruit Desserts

Number Of Ingredients 17

CUPCAKES
24 paper liners for cupcake pans (2 1/2 -inch size)
1 large lime, scrubbed (for 1 teaspoon zest and 2 tablespoons juice)
4 large eggs
1 pkg plain yellow cake mix
1 pkg vanilla instant pudding mix (3.4 ounces)
1 1/4 c water
1/3 c vegetable oil
1 tsp coconut flavoring
FILLING
1 can(s) (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
1/3 c key lime juice (its important to use keylime juice for that extra tanginess. you can buy it bottled at the store)
MERINGUE
1/4 tsp cream of tartar
3 large egg whites (reserved from cupcakes)
1/2 tsp coconut flavoring
1/3 c granulated sugar

Steps:

  • 1. Place a rack in the center of the oven and preheat the oven to 350°F. Line 24 cupcake cups with paper liners. Set the pans aside.
  • 2. With a citrus zester or fine grater, zest the lime and reserve one teaspoon. Cut the lime in half and squeeze the juice over a strainer into a small bowl; you should have two tablespoons. Set aside.
  • 3. Separate three of the eggs, place the whites in a large clean mixing bowl and the yolks in another mixing bowl.
  • 4. Add the remaining egg, cake mix, pudding mix, water, oil, coconut flavoring and lime zest and juice to the yolks. Blend with an electric mixer on low speed for 30 seconds. Stop the machine and scrape down the sides of the bowl with a rubber spatula. Increase the mixer speed to medium and beat 2 minutes more, scraping down the sides again if needed. The batter should look well blended.
  • 5. Spoon or scoop 1/4 cup batter into each lined cupcake cup, filling it two thirds of the way full. Place the pans in the oven.
  • 6. Bake the cupcakes until they are lightly golden and spring back when lightly pressed with your finger, 18 to 22 minutes. Remove the pans from the oven and place them on wire racks to cool for five minutes. Increase the oven heat to 450°F.
  • 7. Meanwhile, prepare the filling: Place the sweetened condensed milk and Key lime juice in a small bowl and stir to combine. Spoon the mixture into a pastry bag fitted with a medium tip (Wilton sells a long cupcake tip for this particular purpose.) Press the tip 1/4 inch into the top center of each cooked cupcake and squeeze the bag to release about 1 tablespoon filling into the cupcake. Scrape off any excess filling with a rubber spatula. Place the cooled cupcakes side by side on a baking sheet.
  • 8. Prepare the meringue: Add the cream of tartar to the reserved egg whites and beat with an electric mixer on high speed until frothy, 45 seconds.
  • 9. Add the coconut flavoring and one tablespoon of the sugar. Continue beating on high, adding one tablespoon sugar at a time, until the whites form stiff peaks (if you pull the beaters from the meringue, the meringue should extend from the beaters in straight stiff peaks).
  • 10. Spoon two tablespoons meringue onto the top of each cupcake and swirl to spread it just to the edges with a short metal spatula or a spoon. I like to pipe the meringue on top to make a prettier presentation. Place the pan in the oven. Bake until the meringue is light nutty brown in color, five to six minutes. Keep an eye on this! They brown quickly!
  • 11. Great served warm out of the oven or at room temp. If you do have any left you can store them at room temp for up to 3 days!

KEY LIME PIE CUPCAKES



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My granddaughter and I love to make cupcakes. We made a variation of a key lime cupcake we saw, and they are so fresh tasting with just enough sweet and just enough tart to be enjoyable! This makes them the perfect summer cupcakes!

Provided by Gail Springsteen

Categories     Other Desserts

Time 37m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pkg lemon cake mix (use one with pudding in the mix for a heavier, moister cupcake)
1 c vegetable oil
1/2 c key lime juice (or lime juice)
1/2 c water
4 eggs
1 Tbsp lime zest
KEY LIME BUTTERCREAM FROSTING
2 stick butter, softened
1/4 c key lime for lime juice (may need more depending on frosting flavor and consistency desired)
4-5 c powdered sugar (may add more depending on desired consistency and flavor)
1 Tbsp heavy whipping cream

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Line 24 cupcake cups with baking cups (or 48 mini cupcake cups)
  • 2. Put cake mix, oil, juice, water, eggs, and lime zest in your mixer. Combine til moistened, then beat at medium speed for about two minutes or until batter thickens and has no lumps.
  • 3. Fill cupcake papers 2/3 full and bake 17-20 minutes or until inserted toothpick comes out clean (oven temps vary, so watch yours for time). Remove from oven and cool in pans for 5-10 minutes, then remove and cool completely.
  • 4. To make the frosting, beat the two sticks of butter about three minutes until light in color and fluffy; add the lime juice and combine. Add the powdered sugar slowly (I add about 1/4 cup at a time) and combine. If frosting gets too thick, add more lime juice. You can also add more lime juice for more flavor if you wish. Balance out the powdered sugar and lime juice until you get the consistency and flavor you wish. It tends to have a bit of a sweet/tart flavor.
  • 5. Frost/decorate your cupcakes as you wish. We added a tiny wedge of lime to each cupcake.

KEY LIME CUPCAKES RECIPE - (4.5/5)



Key Lime Cupcakes Recipe - (4.5/5) image

Provided by cfaide

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 3/4 cups already cooked white beans (Great Notherns)
1/2 Avacado
Handfull of Spinach
5 Large Organic Eggs
1 T Pure Vanilla Extract
1/2 t Sea Salt
6 T Unsalted Organic Butter or Extra Virgin Coconut Oil
3/4 Cup Xylitol plus 1/2 t Xylitol
6 T Almond Flour
1 t Aluminum-Free baking powder
1/2 t baking soda
1 Lime (Zest & Juice)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Drain and rinse beans and shake off excess water. Place the beans, 3 of the eggs, avacodo, spinach, vanilla, xylitol and salt into blender. Blend on high until beans are completely liquified. Make sure there are no chunks. Mix together almond flour, baking soda, and baking powder in a small bowl. In a larger bowl, beat butter with xylitol until light and fluffy. Add zest and juice from limeand the remaining two eggs, beating for one minute after each addition. Pour bean batter into egg mixture and mix. Finally, stir in almond flour mixture and beat the batter on high for one minute or until smooth. Fill cupcake liners 1/2 way and Bake at 350 degrees for 30-35 minutes. Cupcake is done when the top is rounded and firm to the touch. It may be very brown, but it is not burnt. Cool on cooling rack. Let cool until cake reaches room temperature. Then frost and refrigerate the cake. Frosting: 8 oz. block cream cheese 1 Lime (Zest & Juice) ¼ cup xylitol, blended fine like powdered sugar (Add more or less to taste) 1t Vanilla Mix cream cheese until smooth. Beat in xylitol. Mix in other ingredients. Frost and enjoy.

Tips:

  • Ensure accurate measurements: Precise measurements are essential for successful baking. Use a kitchen scale for accurate measurements of ingredients, especially flour and sugar.
  • Room temperature ingredients: For optimal results, bring ingredients like eggs, butter, and milk to room temperature before mixing. This allows them to blend more smoothly and evenly.
  • Cream butter and sugar properly: Creaming butter and sugar together until light and fluffy is crucial for cupcakes with a tender and flavorful crumb.
  • Avoid overmixing: Overmixing the batter can result in tough cupcakes. Mix just until the ingredients are combined, taking care not to overwork the batter.
  • Fill cupcake liners appropriately: Fill cupcake liners about 2/3 full to prevent overflowing during baking.
  • Proper oven temperature: Ensure your oven is preheated to the correct temperature before baking. This helps cupcakes rise evenly and prevents undercooked centers.
  • Cool cupcakes completely: Allow cupcakes to cool completely before frosting. This prevents the frosting from melting and ensures a stable and smooth frosting application.
  • Decorate as desired: Once cupcakes are cool, decorate them with frosting, sprinkles, or other desired toppings. Be creative and have fun with the decorating process!

Conclusion:

Indulge in the delightful experience of homemade Key lime cupcakes with this comprehensive recipe guide. From gathering ingredients to perfecting the frosting, each step is explained in detail to ensure success. Embrace the zesty flavor of Key limes, complemented by a creamy and tangy frosting, in these delectable cupcakes. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice, this recipe will guide you towards creating a batch of Key lime cupcakes that will impress and satisfy. Experiment with different decorating techniques and toppings to personalize your cupcakes, making them perfect for any occasion. Enjoy the delightful combination of sweet, tart, and creamy flavors in every bite!

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