Strawberry Margarita Cupcakes
Strawberry Margarita Cupcakes might be just the dessert you are searching for. One serving contains 260 calories, 1g of protein, and 12g of fat. This recipe serves 24. This recipe covers 2% of your daily requirements of vitamins and minerals. It is perfect for Mother's Day. This recipe is typical of American cuisine. Head to the store and pick up cake mix, lime, egg whites, and a few other things to make it today. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes.
Instructions
Heat oven to 350°F (325°F for dark or nonstick pans).
Place foil or paper baking cup in each of 24 regular-size muffin cups.
In large bowl, beat all cupcake ingredients with electric mixer on low speed 30 seconds. Beat on medium speed 2 minutes, scraping bowl occasionally. Divide batter among muffin cups.
Bake 18 to 23 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool 10 minutes; remove cupcakes from pans to cooling racks. Cool completely.
In large bowl, beat shortening and butter with electric mixer on low speed until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar, 1 cup at a time, beating until combined.
Add 1 tablespoon of the margarita mix; beat until blended.
Add enough of the remaining 1 to 2 tablespoons margarita mix, 1 teaspoon at a time, beating until frosting is light and fluffy.
Spoon frosting into decorating bag fitted with #1M star tip; pipe frosting in circular pattern on tops of cupcakes.
Garnish with lime slices.