Mojito Cupcakes

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Ingredients

  • 1 (16.5 oz) box white cake mix, like Duncan Hines
  • 3 None limes, zested and juiced
  • 24 None mint leaves, 12 minced
  • 1 (16 oz) tub white frosting
  • None None green food coloring
  • 2 tbsp coarse sparkling sugar

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Line 2 - 12-cup muffin pans with paper liners.
  2. Prepare cake mix according to package directions, adding 1 tbsp lime zest, 1 tbsp lime juice and minced mint. Divide batter evenly between cupcake liners and bake for 18-20 mins, or until a skewer inserted in the center comes out clean. Let cool completely.
  3. Meanwhile, stir 2 tsp lime zest and 1 tsp lime juice into frosting. Tint to desired color with green food coloring. Transfer to a pastry bag fitted with a plain tip and pipe onto cupcakes. Sprinkle with sparkling sugar. Garnish with lime and remaining whole mint leaves.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

243 kcal 12% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 3.1g 6% DV
Total Fat 6.5g 8% DV
Carbs 44.5g 16% DV
Fiber 0.5g 2% DV
Sugar 21g 42% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 156.8mg 7% DV
Potassium 80.8mg 2% DV
Cholesterol 4mg 1% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 3.3mcg
Vitamin C 2mg 2% DV
Vitamin D 0.1mcg
Calcium 72mg 6% DV
Iron 1mg 5% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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