Margarita Cupcakes Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 and 1/2 cups (188g) all-purpose flour(spooned & leveled)
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup (8 Tbsp; 113g) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
• 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs, room temperature preferred
• 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup (120ml) whole milk*
• zest + fresh juice of 3 medium limes*
• optional:2 Tablespoons tequila (for brushing in step 5)
• 1 cup (16 Tbsp; 226g) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
• 4 cups (480g) confectioners’ sugar
• 3–4 Tablespoons (45-60ml) tequila*
• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
• lime flavoring (please see notes—there are options)*
• pinch of salt, to taste
• optional: lime slices, lime zest, and/or coarse sugar for garnish