Key Lime Cupcakes with Lime Cream Cheese Frosting

These key lime cupcakes with lime cream cheese frosting are so sweet, so refreshing, and tasty that can be a great part of every spring or summer party. They are easy to prepare and delicious! Here is the recipe:

Servings 24

Ingredients:

For the cupcakes:

• 1 package lime-flavored gelatin
• 1 package lemon cake mix
• ¾ cup water
• 3 eggs
• 1/2 cup Key lime juice
• 1 cup vegetable oil
• A few drops of green food color (optional)

For the frosting:

• 1/2 cup butter, softened
• 8 oz. (1 package) cream cheese, softened
• 1 tablespoon lime peel, finely grated
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• 5 ¼ cups confectioners’ sugar

Instructions:

To make the cupcakes:

• Preheat oven to 350°F/ 180°C/ Gas Mark 4 (325F/150C/Gas Mark 3 for nonstick, silicone, or dark cupcake pan).
• Apply paper baking cup in each 24 cupcake cups.
• In a mixing bowl, on low speed, whisk all cupcake ingredients for about 30 seconds, then set on medium and beat for additional 2 minutes.
• Split batter evenly among cupcake cups, filling each around 2/3 full.
• Place in the oven and bake around 20-25 minutes or until tester inserted in center comes out clean.
• Remove and cool in the pan for about 10-15 minutes. Then, remove and place on cooling

To make the frosting:

• Using an electric mixer, whisk the cream cheese with butter together until creamy, and add the lime peel and lime juice; stir to combine.
• Next, whisk in the confectioners’ sugar and mix until well incorporated.
• To finish, spread the frosting over the cupcakes. Place in the fridge for about 10 to 15 minutes to set. Serve.

Enjoy!