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Tropical Fruit Cupcakes with Lime and Tequila

These cupcakes incorporate fresh strawberries and ripe mango into a moist batter flavored with lime zest and juice. The mixture is baked into light, tender cupcakes with a vibrant tropical aroma and a hint of citrus, finished with a fruity glaze or frosting for a colorful, summery appearance.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: tropical
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour sifted
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 2 large eggs at room temperature
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 tablespoon lime zest freshly grated
  • 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
  • 1/2 cup mango finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup strawberries finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon tequila optional
  • for frosting optional frosting or glaze for decoration

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Cupcake or muffin tin
  • Paper cupcake liners
  • Cooling rack

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper cupcake liners.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the sifted flour and sugar until well combined and airy.
  3. Create a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour in the melted butter, eggs, milk, lime zest, lime juice, and tequila if using.
  4. Whisk everything together until the batter is smooth and slightly thickened, with no lumps remaining.
  5. Gently fold in the chopped mango and strawberries, distributing the fruit evenly through the batter.
  6. Spoon the batter into the prepared cupcake liners, filling each about 2/3 full to allow room for rising.
  7. Bake the cupcakes in the preheated oven for 18–22 minutes, until they are golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Remove the cupcakes from the oven and transfer them to a cooling rack; let them cool completely to set the texture.
  9. If desired, decorate with frosting or a fruit glaze to enhance the tropical presentation and flavor.
    1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  10. Serve the cupcakes at room temperature, allowing the fruity flavors and light textures to shine.

Notes

For an extra burst of flavor, top with toasted coconut or fresh fruit slices. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two days.