Zesty Lime Treat Cakes (Print Version)
Tangy lime cupcakes packed with citrus cream and topped with buttery frosting. A tropical twist made easy to grab and enjoy.
# Ingredients:
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1 teaspoon grated lime zest.
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2 large eggs, room temp.
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1/2 teaspoon table salt.
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1 1/3 cups all-purpose flour.
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1/3 cup freshly squeezed lime juice.
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
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1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder.
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1 cup granulated sugar.
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1/2 cup regular milk.
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1/2 cup softened unsalted butter.
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1/4 cup lime juice (for filling).
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1 cup condensed milk (sweetened).
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1 teaspoon lime zest (for filling).
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2 tablespoons lime juice (for frosting).
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1 cup unsalted butter, softened (for frosting).
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3 cups powdered sugar (for frosting).
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Graham cracker crumbs and lime zest for decor.
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Lime slices for topping.
# Directions:
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Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) to warm up.
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Place cupcake liners into the wells of a 12-cup tin.
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Combine the flour, salt, and baking powder in one bowl.
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Whip together sugar and butter in another bowl until the mix is light.
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Blend in the eggs one by one, then toss in the lime zest and vanilla.
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Switch between adding milk with lime juice and the dry mix to the butter bowl.
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Scoop batter into the liners so they're about 3/4 full.
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Pop the tin into the oven. Bake for 18 to 20 minutes or until a skewer comes out clean from the center.
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Wait for the cupcakes to be fully cool before moving on.
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Stir condensed milk, lime zest, and lime juice until thick and creamy.
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Use a small knife or corer to scoop out the middle of each cupcake. Spoon in the filling.
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Beat together butter, powdered sugar, and lime juice until fluffy.
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Spread or pipe the frosting over the cupcakes.
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Finish with some lime zest, cracker crumbs, and a slice of lime on each cupcake.
# Notes:
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Packed with key lime pie vibes, these handheld treats are a summer crowd-pleaser!