Mango Margarita Cupcakes

Elevate your dessert game with these sensational Mango Margarita Cupcakes—an irresistible fusion of tropical fruit and cocktail-inspired flavors. Perfectly moist and tangy, these cupcakes combine sweet mango puree, zesty lime juice, and a hint of tequila for a delightful twist. Topped with a luscious tequila-infused mango buttercream frosting, each bite delivers the perfect balance of creamy sweetness and citrusy brightness. Add a pinch of lime zest and an optional sprinkle of coarse salt or sugar for that signature margarita flair. Ready in under 40 minutes, these cupcakes are a show-stopping treat for parties, summer gatherings, or any indulgent occasion. Let these tropical delights transport you to paradise!

Nutriscore Rating: 37/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:18 mins

Total Time:38 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 1.5 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 cups Unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cups Granulated sugar
• 2 Eggs, large
• 1 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 0.5 cups Mango puree
• 1 teaspoons Lime zest
• 2 tablespoons Lime juice, freshly squeezed
• 0.25 cups Whole milk
• 2.5 cups Powdered sugar
• 2 tablespoons Tequila
• 2 tablespoons Heavy cream
• 1 tablespoons Mango puree (for frosting)
• 0.5 teaspoons Lime zest (for garnish)
• 1 teaspoons Coarse salt or sugar (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with cupcake liners.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together using a hand or stand mixer until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes.

Step 4

Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract.

Step 5

Stir in the mango puree, lime zest, and lime juice until fully incorporated.

Step 6

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients, mixing just until combined.

Step 7

Divide the batter evenly among the prepared cupcake liners, filling each about two-thirds full.

Step 8

Bake the cupcakes for 16-18 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 9

Remove the cupcakes from the oven and let them cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

To make the frosting, beat the softened butter in a large bowl until creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar, 1/2 cup at a time, and mix until smooth.

Step 11

Pour in the tequila, heavy cream, and mango puree, then beat the mixture until fluffy. If the frosting is too thick, add more cream, 1 teaspoon at a time, until the desired consistency is achieved.

Step 12

Once the cupcakes are completely cool, pipe or spread the frosting onto each cupcake.

Step 13

Garnish with a pinch of lime zest and a sprinkling of coarse salt or sugar, if desired.

Step 14

Serve immediately and enjoy the tropical margarita flavors!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1203.2 grams (1203.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3890

Total Fat 120.30g	154%
Saturated Fat 71.30g	357%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 668mg	223%
Sodium 3400mg	148%
Total Carbohydrate 668.70g	243%
Dietary Fiber 7.60g	27%
Total Sugars 516.40g
Protein 34.90g	70%

Vitamin D 107IU	534%
Calcium 213mg	16%
Iron 11mg	62%
Potassium 726mg	15%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 27.8%

Protein: 3.6%

Carbs: 68.6%