AMARETTO DREAM CUPCAKES

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Treat yourself to these indulgent little cupcakes laced with the irresistible flavor of Amaretto and slivered almonds. -Anette Stevens, Olds, Alberta

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 35m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 14

3/4 cup butter, softened
1-1/2 cups packed brown sugar
2 large eggs, room temperature
2 cups all-purpose flour
1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup buttermilk
1/4 cup amaretto
1/3 cup slivered almonds
3 cups confectioners' sugar
1/4 cup butter, melted
3 to 4 tablespoons heavy whipping cream
2 to 3 tablespoons amaretto

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°. In a large bowl, cream butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating well after each., Combine flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt. Add to creamed mixture alternately with buttermilk and amaretto, beating well after each addition. Stir in almonds. , Fill paper-lined muffin cups two-thirds full. Bake until a toothpick comes out clean, 14-16 minutes. Cool for 5 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely. , In a small bowl, beat confectioners' sugar and butter. Add 3 tablespoons cream and 2 tablespoons Amaretto; beat until smooth. Add remaining cream and amaretto if needed to achieve spreading consistency. Frost cupcakes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 253 calories, Fat 10g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 38mg cholesterol, Sodium 163mg sodium, Carbohydrate 39g carbohydrate (30g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.

Sana Waheed
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I made these cupcakes for a bake sale and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved them.


Khizar Afridi
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These cupcakes are the perfect combination of sweet and boozy. I love the amaretto flavor.


Danish K
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I've never made cupcakes before, but these were so easy to make! I'm definitely going to try more of your recipes.


M Kaleem Ali Kaleem
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These cupcakes are a great way to use up leftover amaretto. They're also a great dessert to make for a special occasion.


Maarij Shoaib
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I'm always looking for new cupcake recipes and this one is definitely a keeper! These cupcakes are delicious and they're sure to impress your friends and family.


Irene Gxwati
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These cupcakes are the perfect size for a party or potluck. They're also easy to transport.


Pratikxya Magar
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I love that these cupcakes are made with real amaretto. It gives them such a rich and authentic flavor.


Shanique Fenel
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These cupcakes are so moist and flavorful. The amaretto frosting is the perfect finishing touch.


dovieangel braceros
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I made these cupcakes for my husband's birthday and he loved them! He said they were the best cupcakes he's ever had.


Okah Clinton
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These cupcakes are the perfect dessert for any occasion. They're light and fluffy, with a delicious amaretto flavor.


Reem Lover
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I'm not a baker, but these cupcakes were so easy to make! I'm definitely going to make them again.


Virginia Gibson
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These cupcakes are absolutely divine! The amaretto flavor is so rich and decadent.


Saida Mashwani
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I've made these cupcakes several times and they always turn out perfect. They're my go-to recipe for any occasion.


Soma De Menezes
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I made these cupcakes for my daughter's birthday and they were a huge success! They were so easy to make and everyone loved them.


Bregaz king
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These cupcakes are the perfect balance of sweet and tart. The amaretto adds a nice nutty flavor.


Danish Raza
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I'm not usually a fan of amaretto, but these cupcakes were amazing! The flavor was subtle and not overpowering.


wiz wiz
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These cupcakes were a hit at my party! They were easy to make and tasted delicious.